1. Before the Bell!
Put your phone in the cell hotel. Because we will be testing today, I am going to take attendance this way. If you do not have your phone, use a placeholder. “No Phone” popsicle sitck.
Grab the packet and a gradecam sheet. Today, we will be starting the first section of the MOY. Remember, this MOY is very important. Please make sure you concentrate, use the dictionary and try your best!
Make sure you have a writing utensil sharpened and ready to go.
Turn in the handout for chapters 11 & 12. It’s due today!

2. MOY Part I: Revising- 20 minutes
We will take the first revising section of the MOY today.
Please concentrate and do your best! Use the dictionary if you need it!

3. Chapter 13 As you read…
Highlight for significant quotes. After the chapter, you will have to complete a patterned reading journal.

4. Chapter 13 with Patterned Reading Journal
Write a 3-4 sentence gist for the chapter, including a description of the characters, setting, and plot.
 Discuss three Significant Moments with TEXT EVIDENCE:
The MOOD that Beah is trying to create through his description of the setting.
Moments that convey characterization (focus on personality/roles, NOT physical descriptions)
Important interactions and relationships between characters or conflicts.
 Write one paragraph about specific examples of the Author’s Craft. Your paragraph should focus on ONE technique used by Beah to make the novel interesting or impactful. Possible techniques to examine include diction, imagery, figurative language, syntax, etc. Be sure to give specific examples from the text. The paragraph should be at least 4 sentences long.

5. Highlight for author’s craft & theme.
Chapter 14 As you read…
Highlight for author’s craft & theme.

6. Theme: Chapter 14
As a table, come up with a thematic statement for Chapter 14 of A Long Way Gone.
Consider these topics to help you:
War, Death, Isolation, Fear, Loss of Innocence, Trauma, Hope, Survival, Humanity
Remember, thematic statements are significant messages about the world and they are universal.

7. Author’s Craft: Chapter 14
Each one of you is responsible for writing a paragraph about the author’s craft. Follow the directions on your Patterned Reading Journal handout. You will include information about THEME this time.
Find a significant quote and identify the DEVICE that Beah is using.
Ex: Metaphor, personification, characterization, a _________ tone, diction, etc.
Your first sentence of your paragraph will look like this:
Beah uses [insert device here] in order to convey [insert theme here].
The rest of your paragraph will explain (with text support) how Beah uses that particular device to convey your group’s theme.

8. A Long Way Gone Test Review!
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