1. November 3, 2014

2. Find the words in the book and use context clues to figure out their meanings. Also, determine their parts of speech.  Incessantly (p. 195)  Affable (p. 205)  Grotesque (p. 209)  Sober (p. 213)  Empathy (p. 228)  Adulterated (p 247)  Conjure (p. 214/281)  Cursory (p. 230/252)  Curt (p. 285)

4.  SWBAT Characterize 3 characters in The Kite Runner.  SWBAT explain how Rahim Khan symbolizes the new Afghanistan.

5.  Symbol: A symbol is an real object or image that represent an idea beyond itself.  Symbolism: The use of specific objects or images to represent figurative ideas. A symbol must be something tangible or visible, while the idea it symbolizes must be something abstract or universal..)

6.  Choose 3 of the four characters, think of a symbol that represents them.  Write a poem using the symbol for the characters of your choice.

7.  In your groups, discuss possible symbolism of Rahim Khan.

8.  How does Rahim Khan symbolize the new Afghanistan? Use 1 piece of evidence.

9.  Create sentences for Vocab words.  Read and annotate chapter 16.

10.  SSR!

11.  Take out your homework.  Make sure your partner use the sentences correctly.  Share out!

13.  Jot down in your notebook anything you know or have heard about the Taliban.

14.  Watch the video about the Taliban. Jot down 2 things that you find interesting.  Who are the Taliban?  What is their purpose?  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zovf aVZ3Heg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zovf aVZ3Heg

15.  Read the article and answer the questions about the Taliban.

16.  Explain the role of the Taliban in Afghanistan. List 3 explicit examples of how the Taliban has changed Afghanistan.

17.  Read chapter 17.  Write a short response (100 words) in Amir’s response to the news he receives about Hassan.

18.  On a half sheet, answer the following question:  1. In Chapter 17, Rahim gives Amir a letter from Hassan, who wrote it six months before. What is the tone of this letter? Identify two words that emphasizes the tone of the letter. Explain how these words contribute to the tone of the letter.

19. Thoughts? Questions?

20. SWBAT identify and practice correct usage of conjunctive adverbs. SWBAT correctly punctuate sentences that use conjunctive adverbs.

21.  Coordinating conjunctions  FANBOYS  Connects two independent clauses together  He picked me up late, and he waited in the car for me to come out.  Subordinating Conjunctions  Connects a independent clause and dependent clause together  Whenever someone orders me a water without asking, he has to be cheap.

22.  An adverb is: a part of speech that modifies a verb, adverb, adjectives, clauses, and sentences. Therefore, anything but a noun. (adjective) Many adverbs end in “–ly”, although not all of them.  A conjunction is a part of speech that connects phrases and clauses.

23.  A conjunctive adverb is a type of adverb that joins together two clauses. These clauses are usually independent clauses  Which means The adverb still modifies a verb, adjective, adverb, or sentence But now connects the two clauses

24.  To correctly punctuate a conjunctive adverb Use a semicolon or period at the end of the first independent clause The conjunctive adverb is then used followed by a comma and the next independent clause  If a conjunctive adverb is used in any other position in a sentence, it is set off by commas.

25.  You must do your homework; otherwise, you might get a bad grade.  I will not be attending the show. Therefore, I have extra tickets for anyone that can use them.  Amy practiced the piano; meanwhile, her brother practiced the violin.  Marion needed to be home early. Consequently, she left work at 3 p.m.

26.  Secretary Bennett, however, maintains that more federal aid would only encourage universities to count on the government to meet any increases they might impose.

27. Accordingly Additionally Also Besides Comparatively Consequently Conversely Finally Further Furthermore Elsewhere Equally Hence Henceforth However In addition In comparison In contrast Indeed Instead Likewise Meanwhile Moreover Namely Nevertheless Next Nonetheless Now Otherwise Rather Similarly Still Subsequently Then Thereafter Therefore Thus Yet

28. As a result  In addition (+)In contrast (-)Order of EventsOther relationships

29. 1. The snow kept Sally from jogging; (therefore/anyway), she had homework to do. 2. The dance finished early; (therefore/however), we could get something to eat. 3. Bob really wants a new car; ( however/furthermore), he can not afford it. 4. He stayed up all night playing games;(similarly/consequently), he overslept this morning. 5. You need to eat your vegetables;(accordingly/ otherwise), you will not be healthy. 6. She did not try her best; (therefore/however), she did not make the team. 7. Let’s go for a walk; (finally/meanwhile), the roast will finish cooking. 8. Bob and Ellen decided to go; (instead/likewise), I changed my mind, too.

30. 1. The snow kept Sally from jogging; (therefore/anyway), she had homework to do. 2. The dance finished early; (therefore/however), we could get something to eat. 3. Bob really wants a new car; ( however/furthermore), he can not afford it. 4. He stayed up all night playing games;(similarly/consequently), he overslept this morning. 5. You need to eat your vegetables;(accordingly/ otherwise), you will not be healthy. 6. She did not try her best; (therefore/however), she did not make the team. 7. Let’s go for a walk; (finally/meanwhile), the roast will finish cooking. 8. Bob and Ellen decided to go; (instead/likewise), I changed my mind, too.

31.  Using 5 different conjunctive adverbs, craft 5 sentences in which the conjunctive adverbs joins two independent clause. Example: Jose did not read the instructions; consequently, he did not assemble it properly.  Using 5 different conjunctive adverbs, craft 5 sentences where the conjunctive adverb does not join two independent clauses. Example: Mary, however, assembled the table properly.

33.  Conjunctive Adverb Practice  Read & Annotate Chapter 18

34.  SSR 15 minutes

36. SWBAT compare Farid’s initial perception of Amir to his later impression.

37.  As you read, take notes on the interaction between both Farid & Amir.