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Posted: September 10, 2013

Tuesday, Sept. 10th

Eng 112 - Be sure all work from Garner's "The Moose and the Sparrow" is done for tomorrow. Eng 111 - Review some internet resources on Holinshed's Chronicles to see how some of the historic elements compare with the dramatization and fabrication of Shakespeare's play "MacBeth". We will discuss / compile this information tomorrow before beginning our study. 

Posted: September 9, 2013

Monday, Sept. 9

Eng 112 - complete all questions on Hugh Garner's story, "The Moose and the Sparrow." Remember, complete answers to your questions are necessary. This is a pass in assignment. the_moose_and_the_sparrow.docx the_moose_and_the_sparrow_questions.doc   Eng 111 -
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Posted: September 6, 2013

Thursday, Sept. 5th

Eng 112 - Look over the attached short story notes for tomorrow. Eng 111 - Complete all in class work on the short story "Other People" for tomorrow.
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Posted: September 3, 2013

September 4th, 2013 - Welcome Back!

Mr. Martin's Schedule:   Period 1 - Broadcast Journalism 120 (room 108) Period 2 - English 112 (room 319) Period 3 - English 112 (room 319) Period 4 - Prep Period 5 - Study block (room 319) Period 6 - English 111 (room 319)   Things to note: 1. BE ON TIME: make an early practice of arriving to this course before the bell. When you arrive, take your books out and be ready to work. Students who are late three (3) times will be given a green sheet and detention. 2. HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS will be posted on the JMH website: http://jmh.nbed.nb.ca . Be sure to check for downloadable notes or files if you miss class – YOU HAVE NO EXCUSE FOR UNFINISHED HOMEWORK. 3. Hats, iPods/Mp3 players, headphones are to be out of sight during instructional time. Take your hat off when you enter the class and ask permission to listen to music while doing independent work.  
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Posted: June 7, 2013

111 Review Notes

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Posted: May 30, 2013

Thursday, May 30th

Eng 112 - Read chapter 11 for tomorrow. Eng 111 - Finish reading Book 24 of The Iliad for tomorrow.

Posted: May 28, 2013

Tuesday, May 28th

Eng 112 - Finish reading chapter 9 for tomorrow. Eng 111 - Book 22 of the Iliad plus self assigned literature circle roles. These will be shared, first in groups by the role (Discussiondirector, illustrator, myth investigator etc..) and then in the final 30 minutes in your assigned lit circle groups.

Posted: May 24, 2013

Friday, May 24th

Eng 112 - Your chapters 1-7 test is on Monday. Please ensure all packet work / questions are done by this time. Eng 111 - Read book 18 of The Iliad and set up a double entry journal to notate as you read. One side of the journal will be a quote directly from the book (copied in its entirety) and on the other side, you will formulate a personal resopnse, form a connection, or apply knowledge to this quote. Your responses must have obvious thought and consideration behind them without just "going through the motions". Your focus can be on the Rage of Achilles now that he has been reintroduced to the plot, but don't overlook anything of interest along the way in your reading. (ie. "This quote from Odysseus makes me feel for the Achaean King because it reminds me of the time when...") Lame example, yes. I know. Do better.

Posted: May 23, 2013

Thursday, May 23rd

Eng 112 - Read to the end of chapter 7 Lord of the Flies. Remember that your midway test is on Monday - you are responsible for all work (packets, questions) for Monday. Eng 111 - Read book 16 of The Iliad and complete your new literature circle task - see Tuesday's post for a file copy of the Lit circle roles.

Posted: May 22, 2013

Wednesday, May 22nd

Eng 112 - Complete questions for Chapter 5 and read Chapter 6. HAVE THIS DONE FOR TOMORROW. Do not forget to keep up in your packets. Chapter 5 1.  (Page 76)  Ralph ‘…stopped, facing the strip; and remembering that first enthusiastic exploration as though it were part of a brighter childhood…’    Discuss. 2.Ralph asks Piggy about ghosts.  (Page 92).  Piggy responds that there are no ghosts or beasts.  Why? 3.?Page 94.  “Grown-ups know things….the majesty of adult life.”  Remembering what brought the boys to the island, is Piggy right. Are the boys only failing because they aren’t grown-ups?   Eng 111 - Complete Book 11 of The Iliad and complete a NEW literature circle task. Pick one that you have not done before and be sure that it is not the same as other members of your group. (see yesterday's post for a file copy of the Lit circle packet).

Posted: May 21, 2013

Tuesday, May 21st

Eng 112 - Finish the following questions on chapter 4 and continue reading up to the end of chapter 5. Chapter 4 1. a) The destruction of the sand castles is significant.  Maurice feels a little uneasy about the destruction and forms ‘the uncertain outlines of an excuse’.  Explain.b)What is significant about Johnny’s behaviour? 2. Page 64.  Why do you think Jack’s painted face ‘liberated (him) from shame and self-consciousness’? 3. Jack claims that the boys ‘need’ meat.  Do you think this is his real reason for hunting? 4. Why is the bond snapped between Ralph and Jack, and strengthened between Ralph and Piggy? 5. Add to character profiles.  Begin Roger's profile.   English 111 - Welcome back to my teacher page! For tomorrow, read Book 9 of The Iliad and perform your chosen literature circle task (remember to pick something you have not done before). For your convenience, I've attached a copy of the Literature circle packet. Skim over Books 7 and 8 to gain better understanding of Book 9 but remember, your literature circle task is only for Book 9.   Oh, what's that? Forgot your copy at school? Don't worry, many copyright free versions are available onliine. http://classics.mit.edu/Homer/iliad.html     
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Posted: April 15, 2013

Monday, April 15th

Eng 111 - Your research essay/oratory unit is underway. Trouble settling on a topic? Here is a comprehensive resource to guide you along:
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Posted: April 12, 2013

Friday, April 12th

Eng 112 - The unit project for Romeo and Juliet has been assigned. It's due date is next Thursday, April 18th. Attached is the assignment sheet.
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Posted: March 13, 2013

Wednesday, March 13th

Eng 112 - We finished Act 2 today. Test tomorrow! Have your packet ready to pass in. Eng 111 - Today we finished Coleridge's Rime of the Ancient Mariner. Have your questions done and be prepared for concluding test questions tomorrow.

Posted: March 12, 2013

Tuesday, March 12th

Eng 112 - Complete up to scene 5 of Act 2. Test on Thursday! Eng 111 - Finish up to the end of Part 5 of Rime of the Ancient Mariner. Answer all the questions as per yesterday's post.

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