The last four vocabulary words are in the books. Tomorrow, we will have a super review covering all 5 units. Monday, we will have the Vocabulary Quest covering all of our vocabulary.
In addition to our ever-evolving vernacular, we read two texts to analyze compare and contrast writing: "Two Ways of Seeing a River" by Twain and "Sex, Lies, and Conversation" by Tannen. While we did focus on basis, thesis, and organization, we also discussed some of the topics as well. In addition to analyzing how experience alters the perspective of a river boat captain or a doctor, we discussed how seniors in high school have changed their perspectives over 12 years of education. We also looked at our interlocutor patterns to determine how women and men differ in their expectations of conversational partners.
And, last but certainly not least, you were assigned the group research component for the compare/contrast essay. Your research is due next Wednesday so that I may make copies for your group and for the eventual individual compare and contrast in-class writing prompt.
One more day until our three day weekend! I hope you take the opportunity to visit your research locations.
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