Hamlet
The Great Gatsby
Read the novel and write a 250-300 word reflection piece about it. The reflection piece will give you an opportunity to express your impressions of the novel. Use the writing to make connections to your own life or to other texts you've read, to point out aspects of the story or style that stood out for you, and to describe how the writing triggers your own imagination.
Additionally, you will each be responsible for posting 5 open-ended questions on the discussion page. An open-ended question is one that cannot be answered with a simple yes or no. An open-ended question should spur a conversation, allowing us to delve into the text as we consider what the answers might be.
Some examples of open-ended questions are:
Additionally, you will each be responsible for posting 5 open-ended questions on the discussion page. An open-ended question is one that cannot be answered with a simple yes or no. An open-ended question should spur a conversation, allowing us to delve into the text as we consider what the answers might be.
Some examples of open-ended questions are:
- Why did the character…
- Why did the author…
- Do you agree that the big ideas seem to be…
- What does it mean when the author says…
Socratic Seminar
To further investigate the text before writing essays, we will have a Socratic Seminar on Wednesday during lunch. For the seniors in class, the format will be familiar. For the juniors, this will be an opportunity to learn how a Socratic Seminar is conducted. Please download the Socratic packet to the right and complete the study questions.
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Video--John Green's Analysis
If you're into pop culture, you might recognize John Green as the author of The Fault in Our Stars. Watch his video analyses of The Great Gatsby, and write a paragraph in which you discuss whether Green addressed or answered your open-ended questions. Do you agree with Green's point of view in regard to your question(s)? Why or why not? You can post your paragraph to the Blog page.