1. Agenda
*Vocab Unit 7 #1-10
*Okonkwo Characterization Gallery Walk / Discussion
*Intro to Graphic Essay
*TFA Quiz
HW: Synthesis Essay – due by 11:59 PM tonight via Google Drive

2. Synthesis Essay – final draft in Google Drive by 11:59 PM tonight
Reminders
Synthesis Essay – final draft in Google Drive by 11:59 PM tonight
TFA Quiz – today – 20 M.C. questions over the whole book
Intro to Graphic Essay for TFA – we will review today!
The final product will be presented Wednesday, 9/5
Vocab Pic Quiz Unit 7 – Friday, 8/31
Othello (No Fear Version ok) will start Thursday, 9/6 – have your copy. No excuses! We will read together.

3. Vocabulary unit 7 #1-10

4. Characterization in Things fall apart
*For all of this work, the whole book should be considered for evidence, examples, etc.
Groups 1 & 2: Compare and contrast Okonkwo’s father Unoka, Okonkwo, Ikemefuna, and Nwoye. Use the diagram provided to sort through your thoughts. After completing the chart with details. Respond to #2 on page 228 – pulling in all the fathers and sons.
Groups 3 & 4: Exploring Okonkwo’s feelings and fears along with the reason for the fears and the effect they have on his action. Create a 2 column chart – left side: Feelings & Fears: Passages from Text; right side: interpretation/explanation and at the bottom answer 1) How do Okonkwo’s fears influence his actions? 2) What are the reasons for his fears?
Groups 5 & 6: Characterization (p. 233) – Create a chart like the one on page 233. Use at least 4 different characters and complete the chart.
Groups 7 & 8: Conflicting Sides in Okonkwo’s Character (p. 231) – Create a chart like the one on page 231. Focus on Okonkwo’s achievements and status vs. Negative Traits and Actions. Write a claim about Okonkwo’s dual nature. Then, move to write a broader thesis considering complexity and insight.

5. Characterization of Okonkwo (see next slide for group assignments)
Things Fall Apart
Characterization of Okonkwo (see next slide for group assignments)
Groups will ‘present’ their work in a gallery walk.
Respond with sticky notes (one question, one comment, or an additional example)
Return to your gallery walk poster and review sticky notes; be prepared to share with whole group

6. TFA Graphic Essay Guidelines – see Handout Graphic Essay Work Time
Intro to Graphic Essay (find a group)
How much time in class will we have?
Wed 8/29 – 30 minutes
Friday 8/31 – 1 hour
Tuesday 9/4– 15 min check in with group – prepare for next day presentations
Presentation 9/5
Present/state your claim
Present 2-3 pieces of your evidence and interpretation – or at least the number of group members – i.e. 3 group members – 3 pieces of evidence shared.
Explain your symbolism (i.e. colors, objects, choices, etc.) and other meaningful choices about your graphic essay
10 points of your grade will be an individual speaking grade - Even though it is not a formal speech, remember to avoid uhms, likes, and other filler words - Be mindful of consistent eye contact and speaking clearly. You do NOT have to dress up.

7. Tfa quiz