Hi there!  In our wonderful English 121 class, we reviewed what was covered yesterday, then continued on with Act 1, scene 2 of Hamlet, identifying the stark contrast between the setting of the first two scenes, examining the use of "seems," hints of Hamlet's clever nature, and a little trouble a-brewing with Claudius and Gertrude...topped off with the perfect cherry of Hamlet's first soliloquy.  Brace yourselves - next week you'll be assigned an additional two-week non-fiction novel study for a selection of your choice (we have to round out the level of your homework and baby-step our way into a realistic expectation of the work load you'll encounter next year).  As for English 9, we enjoyed some SSR, examined some great writing from your peers, and wrote a five-minute story or two.  On Monday, we'll begin our research unit. Have a great weekend!