 Primary Blog Post: 20-point Quiz Grade
The following is a quote from "Four" in Jason Reynolds' novel-in-verse, Long Way Down. In this passage, Reynolds chooses to have Will's father use nearly the exact same wording that Will uses in the beginning of the novel when explaining why and whom he was going to shoot in revenge for his older brother's murder: I didn't know he wasn't the right guy, Pop said, a tremble in his throat. I was sure that was Mark's killer. Had to be. Why does Reynolds choose to use this same wording? How does this develop the storyline? What do we know that Will might not yet realize )dramatic irony)? Respond to it in a brief paragraph that:
1. Topic sentence answers the prompt-5 points 2. Evidence supports the topic sentence (at least two pieces)-5 points 3. Explanation shows how the evidence supports the topic sentence-5 points 4. Closing sentence wraps up the paragraph-5 points Finish by the END of the period Monday! Secondary Blog Responses (on Monday):100-point Practice Assignment Select 2 responses and respond to each with a brief paragraph that continues the conversation:
Each Secondary Blog Response should:
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Day One-PRIMARY BLOG ENTRY-After actively listening to the linked video interview with Jason Reynolds, please consider these three topics. Select ONE of these three topics to respond to in your Primary blog entry. In this Primary blog entry:
1. The Power of Storytelling: Jason Reynolds talks about the importance of storytelling and who gets to tell stories. Why do you think stories, especially those about real-life experiences, matter? How can storytelling create change? 2. Writing for Young People: Reynolds often says he writes for young people because their voices are powerful. Why do you think he focuses on writing for teens? How does Long Way Down connect with issues that young people face today? 3. Breaking the Cycle of Violence: In Long Way Down, Will has to decide whether to follow "The Rules" or make a different choice. Based on what Jason Reynolds says in the video, why is it important to question traditions or expectations? How does this connect to real-life situations? Day Two-SECONDARY BLOG ENTRIES-Scan through all of the Primary Blog Entries and pick TWO (ONE form each of the OTHER two topics). For EACH Secondary Blog Entry you may respond with your choice of the following types of responses:
Primary Blog Expectations (respond to the prompt above): 75-100 words, minimal errors in grammar and usage, thoughtful and thorough writing. Please use the name that you were assigned in class as your PEN NAME and be sure to add word count. Due by 11:59 pm TONIGHT! Secondary Blog Response Expectations (read everyone's primary responses, select two that interest you, and respond to their ideas): 75-100 words EACH, minimal errors in grammar and usage, thoughtful and thorough writing. In these replies, you can contribute, agree, disagree, support, elaborate, challenge, clarify, and/or connect. Please use the PEN NAME that you were assigned in class as your PEN NAME and be sure to add word count. Due by 11:59 pm on Friday night! |
Blog Requirements*your blog must clearly relate to the prompt. Blog RubricWant to see how you will be assessed? Please click the link below.
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