Friday, October 2, 2015

Friday, October 2

October 2, 2015

In Class
-Bring in Outline Essay for Life of Pi to use for in class 
-Begin typing In-Class Essays in class on Friday and Monday as well.
-For the rest of the class time work on "Life of Pi" Essay 
Topics of Pi essays were:

    • Mamaji said “ This is a story that will make you believe in God.”
      • Do you agree or disagree? why or why not?
    • Life of Pi: Is this a book of barbarism or belief? Is this a book of hope or fear? What helps us survive?
    • Which story do you prefer? Pi’s story or other version?
    • How does Life of Pi answer the question of who are we?
    • Write your own Pi story
      • Fantasy v. reality
      • must have fantastical elements
      • model after Pi
    • Free choice: approved by Smith

Homework:

  • Final College Essay due Next Friday (October 10, 2015), and make sure to talk to Mrs. Smith about your essay before turning it in 
    • College essays can be turned in ahead of time.
  • Pi Essay due at the end of class Monday (October 5, 2015) at the of the class period.
    • Bring in printed Outline Essay for Monday as well 
  • Remember to bring you laptops for Monday.
  • For any additional information go on Mrs. Smith's webpage 



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