Nov 2
Learning Target
Reading: understand elements of character Understand irony
(Chaucer is a master of character and Father of English Literature.)
Daily Activity:
1. Do the "Quick Write in your lit text on p.139
In class we did this with a partner.
2. Draw a picture of your character--color it. Be prepared to introduce the character to the class.
Thursday
1. Mini-lesson: parallel structure (worksheet) Read in Writer's Inc. about parallel structure at #90 and #129. Then, complete the handout (five points).
2. Read: 136-139: Intro to Chaucer. Take notes on/define pilgrimage, three types of irony, characterization strategies, and frame story, specifically Chaucer's in Canterbury Tales
Chaucer took his characters from the three major groups in feudal society: feudal (land), ecclesiastical (church), and urban (city).
In class we did this with a partner.
2. Draw a picture of your character--color it. Be prepared to introduce the character to the class.
Thursday
1. Mini-lesson: parallel structure (worksheet) Read in Writer's Inc. about parallel structure at #90 and #129. Then, complete the handout (five points).
2. Read: 136-139: Intro to Chaucer. Take notes on/define pilgrimage, three types of irony, characterization strategies, and frame story, specifically Chaucer's in Canterbury Tales
Chaucer took his characters from the three major groups in feudal society: feudal (land), ecclesiastical (church), and urban (city).
Reminders/Due Dates:
Beowulf paper due today
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