English 12
1984
1. Book two tests handed back, review answers.
2. Discuss chapters 8-10 of book two (O'Brien, the Brotherhood, rebellion).
3. Prepare for WAQ - Find a min. of 10 quotations that illuminate the following relationship:

The State (Big Brother) --> psychological warfare (fear, control, memory loss, propaganda) --> conflict between individuals (Winston vs. Parsons/Syme/Katharine) --> Inner conflict (Winston vs. himself).

A primary theme of 1984 is the power of the state and consequential degradation of the individual. Counter this with the inner conflict Winston experiences and the conflict between individuals. How are they related?  Think about individualism and rebellion - how characters express both in their own ways. Winston/Julia (rebel), Parsons/Syme (conform). O'Brien cannot be studied fully until you finish the novel.

*PLEASE DO YOUR HOMEWORK!*

English 11 (2)
A Separate Peace
1. Discuss chapters 7 and 8.
2. Read, discuss chapter 9.
3. Homework: Read chapters 10 and 11 (Quiz tomorrow).
- How has Leper "escaped" and how does he describe his mental disintegration? Describe Gene's reaction to Leper's account. Why is Gene affected so strongly?
- Why does Gene want to see Phineas after his conversation with Leper? What happens at 10:05pm? What sound is heard when Phineas leaves the room?
*PLEASE DO YOUR HOMEWORK!*

English 11 (4)
Lord of the Flies
1. Review chapters 9 and 10.
2. Read chapter 11, answer questions.
3. Homework: Read Chapter 12 to the end of p. 201 (the last thing you should read is "Think.").
4. Answer questions 1-6.
*We will finish and review the chapter tomorrow. PLEASE DO YOUR HOMEWORK!*