8/13/07

Thursday, August 16th

*Reminder: Have supplies by Monday
*Postpone discussion of 2050 response
*Explain book situation
*Read first 6 paragraphs of 1984: Discuss Orwell's vision of the future, what clues do we get?
*Define diction, figurative language, imagery
*In a well-written paragraph, explain how Orwell uses diction, figurative language, and/or imagery in _1984_'s opening to help clarify/convey his vision of the future.
*Collect
*Talk: Purpose of Orwell's vision
*Assignment Details: Quick and Dirty
*Form groups, make plan
*Meet in library tomorrow

*STANDARDS: Make connections between literature and its historical period and culture; Explain the sensitivity of the author in his/her choice of diction;
Analyze and evaluate how figurative language and imagery are used to establish tone, style, and theme

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