Part 1: The joy of reading as a literacy narrative written by Sherman Alexie, a well-known American Indian literary figure. Please read this article closely and describe how Alexie seeks to inspire those around him. Many American Indians live in isolation on reservations and there are a number of social problems in these communities. Please present some of the negative aspects of life on the reservation but also address the positive and inspirational qualities of Sherman Alexie and the message he seeks to deliver. Make 2 to 3 very specific connections to the text. What does the author think saved his life? Produce a written response of about two paragraphs.
The Joy of Reading.pdf
Part 2: Read the article entitled “Suicide Solution” and create a written response that address the main idea of this article. What major message does the author deliver? What direct quote from the article would you use to defend your views? Read the following article and create a 2 paragraph response that addresses the importance of this article. In the first paragraph, please create a crystal clear 2-3 sentence response. Be sure to include the author and title in the correct format. In the 2nd paragraph, present a 2-3 sentence direct quote that supports your views. Be sure to introduce the quote in your own words, then present the quote in the correct format, then follow with additional commentary and analysis.
Part 3: Read the article entitled “A Teenage Party: A Punch, and a Choice that Cannot Be Reversed”” and create a written response that address the main idea of this article. What major message does the author deliver? What direct quote from the article would you use to defend your views?
Part 4: There are a series of historical terms worksheets that require you to get definitions for a variety of terms that relate to American history. This exercise is no substitute for a good history class but the intention is to expose you to a variety of people, places, events, dates, and other important historical points. These terms will take you from the early 1600s right through the 1700s. The next two worksheets will take you right to the present day! I have fun multiple-choice quizzes on these worksheets and we can do them in class. Find the best definitions you can by searching online. Try to put as much in your own words as possible so you learn more. You can complete the worksheet definitions right on the document and send back through the assignment portal. See “historical terms”.
Part5: This assignment requires you to know the following literary terms and how to recognize and use them. First you are to look up each term and provide the best definition you can find. Fill out this worksheet. See ” cc lit term”
Part 6: Read the following article and create a 2 paragraph response that addresses the importance of this article. In the first paragraph, please create a crystal clear 2-3 sentence response. Be sure to include the author and title in the correct format. In the 2nd paragraph, present a 2-3 sentence direct quote that supports your views. Be sure to introduce the quote in your own words, then present the quote in the correct format, then follow with additional commentary and analysis.see” gun on cumpus article”
Part 7: To Build a Fire” by Jack London is a famous American literary work that is set in the Arctic region. The story is set in very brutal frigid territory where the strong survive and the weak perish. Please read this story and you will find it easy to read and accessible because Jack London communicates using simple ordinary type words. The story can be read on a number of levels. On the surface, it presents simple action and characters and a logical o C assignment instructions see utcome. Underneath the surface however, this is interesting and innovative writing. See the enclosed document about naturalism. It’s a different style of literature that emphasizes specific characteristics. Naturalism is reality but it’s been twisted a bit by the author to create a certain effect. You know how when you going to museum and look at a picture. You can see everything fairly clearly but still, the artist twists and distorts reality a bit to create unintended effect. Read the characteristics associated with naturalism and see if you can’t detect Jack London’s use of this type of writing.
To Build a Fire assignment (1).doc
to-build-a-fire.pdf
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