Extra Credit Opportunity

Write an essay in a minimum of 100 words and no more than 300 words answering the following topic:
"Tell us about an unforgettable fiesta that you and your family celebrated together, including a favorite traditional food dish that was served which was originally created by your ancestors in their home country.  Please include interesting details about the fiesta and describe what makes that food dish so special."

Must be submitted by Friday, October 23rd for the extra credit.

Visual Rhetorical Analysis (AP class)

After analyzing together the Dove campaign on Beauty, the ESPN cover with Hope Solo and the video showing Hope Solo's first dance on "Dancing with the Stars" we saw how the Washington Post writer, Sarah Kaufman, broke down her opinions about Hope Solo's performance as well as her image on the ESPN cover.

Now you need to find an image or video that you can analyze and write an article similar to that of Kaufman.  Use the questions from class to help you break down your image:

1. What do you notice? (Things to consider: lighting, colors, placement, any text)
2. What message is being conveyed? (direct and indirect)
3. How can you tell? (In other words, how can you prove that the message whether direct or indirect is what you think it is?)

Don't limit yourself.  If you want to compare and contrast your image to something else -- go for it!  I would like to see your voice come out in your writing.  Don't be afraid to be critical, sarcastic, argumentative, judgmental, etc.

Your writing is due on Thursday, October 15.

Here is the link to the Washington Post article so you can refer to it when writing your own piece.

FYI (Spirit Week and other stuff)

Here are the days for Spirit Week:

Monday is House Wars -- Wear red if you are Gryffindor, green if you are Slytherin, blue if you are Ravenclaw, and yellow if you are Hufflepuff
Here is a quiz you can take if you want to know what house you would be a part of: http://www.theguardian.com/childrens-books-site/quiz/2015/feb/05/harry-potter-night-quiz-sorting-hat-which-house

Tuesday is Squad Day -- Come dressed like a twin or get together a whole group and dress alike.

Wednesday is Favorite Character Day -- Dress up like a cartoon character, comic character, etc.

Thursday is Black and Gold Day -- Dress in a Sunset spirit shirt or school colors.  Pep rally today!  Homecoming game.

Friday is Pajama Day -- Roll out of bed and come to school in comfy pajamas.

You are NOT allowed to wear the following:
*Shorts/skirts/dresses that are above the knee
*Clothing with graphic or vulgar sayings
*Midriff showing
*Leggings/Tights
*Strapless or spaghetti strap
*Masks
*Open toe shoes
*Transparent clothing

Also remember to wear your IDs starting on Monday, October 12th.
I will give you two warnings for not having your ID and by the third warning you will be sent down to CSI.

AP students: Final Draft Format

As you type up your final drafts of your literary analysis papers follow these guidelines:

1. Use 12 point font
2. Double space
3. Make sure your paper has 1-inch margins (when using word click on page layout and then margins to make sure you have 1-inch margins)
4. Make sure to indent your paragraphs
5. Title is optional
6. Make sure to include page numbers for your quotes in parentheses ( ).
7. Heading goes in the left-hand corner --
Example:
Nathaniel Hawthorne

Mrs. Manfra

AP Language and Composition

October 9, 2015

Period 1 Antigone Project

Group/Partner/Individual Assignment:

Now that we have finished reading the play of Antigone you will select one of the following options to present in class—

Choice 1:

*Read the following article: http://www.one.org/us/2015/02/12/8-people-who-broke-the-law-to-change-the-world/

*Select one of the people from the article to research more.

 *Using board builder on Discovery Education include a picture, general facts and connect your person to the play of Antigone.

Choice 2:

*Create a soundtrack that represents each of the major characters from the play (Antigone, Creon, Ismene, Haemon)

*In a Powerpoint or Prezi, explain your song choices.  Include the song lyrics that you feel represent the characters the best. 

Presentations will be Friday, October 9th.

Period 1 OneNote Question

Creon is a no nonsense type of leader.  When he makes a law he expects it to be followed.  The people of Thebes are scared of him, but that does not mean they respect him.  In the end he realizes he was wrong, but it is too late.  He let his pride get in the way.

Tell me a quality that you think a good leader should have.  Explain why that quality is important. (At least one paragraph)  If you address more than one quality than you need to have a paragraph for each quality.

You need to upload your answer to your class notes on OneNote by Sunday, October 11th.

AP Terms 1-30 Project

Instead of a cumulative test, you will complete a creative project where you can pick one of the following options to show me you understand the AP terms we have gone over:

1. Create a book with words 1-30.  Demonstrate you understand the meaning of the word by writing the definition in your own words and include an example.  If you find a picture or graphic that illustrates the word you can include that as well.

2.  Create a Powerpoint or Prezi with words 1-30.  Same as above as far as demonstrate your understanding of the meaning of the word and include an example.  Also include a picture if you find one that shows a good example of the word.

Due Monday, October 12th
Worth 30 points