English II Honors—August 20, 2015 Daily Warm-up: Complete and Simple Subjects A complete subject is a group of words that names what a sentence is about. – Example: The tall boy out in left field made a great diving catch. A simple subject is the main word (noun or pronoun) in the complete subject. – Example: The tall boy out in left field made a great diving catch. Read the following sentences. Write them down. Underline the complete subjects, and circle the simple subjects. – 1. A slice of apple pie is my ideal dessert. – 2. The little black dog chased our car down the street. – 3. The lady across the street baked us cookies when we moved in. – 4. My sister Tiana knows how to make jewelry. – 5. Anthony was late to class today. Homework: – Study for Lesson 1 and 2 Vocabulary Quiz – My Culture Collage due Monday. – Reading Plus assignments due Sunday by 11:59 (you may come in tomorrow during lunch to use computers if you wish). – $5 lab fee due Monday.

Writing Prompt On a sheet of paper, write a list of five items you could bring to class tomorrow that would express something about your cultural identity. Next to the item, write a description of what each item represents to you and the cultural connection (e.g. heritage, values, practices, experiences). Explain how one of the items on your list reflects an aspect of your culture. Be sure to: – Explain the object and describe it if possible. – Make a connection to your culture. – Articulate the significance of the object to you.

Writing About My Cultural Identity In this unit you will read poetry, short stories, and essays—all focusing on some element of cultural identity. What is your personal cultural identity, and how does it affect the way you see the world? Cultural perspectives are shaped by family, life experiences, and perceptions about the world around you. You will explore all of these as you prepare to write your reflective essay about your cultural identity. EA1: Your assignment is to write a reflective essay about your cultural identity. Embedded Assessment 1

English II EA1: Writing About My Cultural Identity p. 46 Scoring Guide What do you need to know to be successful on this assignment? What do you need to be able to do to be successful on this assignment? Understand and apply the term conflict to cultural situations. Write a reflective expository essay using an effective organizational structure and techniques. Examine or convey complex ideas, concepts, and information. Develop a topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient evidence appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. Work through all stages of the writing process. Use varied types of phrases and clauses to convey specific meanings and add interest to writing.

Elements of Culture Symbols Language/body language/slang Values Music Agriculture Food Housing Traveling/transportation Traditions Sports Greetings Rules/laws Gender roles Clothing Punishment/reward Structure/architecture Cartoons/entertainment Beliefs Which of these elements have caused a conflict for you? Next to each one, write a short explanation. Understand and apply the term conflict to cultural situations.

What is Cultural Identity? As you read, write down any information that helps to define the concept of cultural identity. Answer the Key Ideas and Details Questions. Write an Objective Summary of each paragraph. Paragraph # Objective Summary Voice: the way a writer or speaker uses words and tone to express ideas as well as his or her persona or personality. Voice includes—diction, syntax, imagery, and tone Answer the following questions (individually): What is your understanding of cultural identity based on this text? Reflect on invisible aspects of your culture. What differences exist between you and your culture? What are some examples of your culture? Explain how these aspects are dynamic.

English II Honors— Lesson 1 and 2 Vocabulary Precipitous Subtle Muted Zealously Obliterate Conscientiously Chronology Permeate Brink disperse Intramural Intercom Interlaced Interplay Intrastate Interject Intermediary Interrogate Intermittent