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Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Finish writing first draft of your Good Deeds essay

Here is a brief (general) outline of paragraphs, as discussed in class:

1. Thesis and Intro (what is this essay covering, topic wise per paragraph)
2. A good deed that was meaningful for you - explain details and personal meaning
3. A good deed that was meaningful for Stargirl - explain details and SG's personal meaning
4. Why do people do good events - what are the short-term and long term effects of your personal AND SG's good deeds
5. What would the world be without good deeds
6. Conclusion - Why do people do good deeds. Include a gem or insight that you were saving until the end that gives the reader a clear understanding of your answer as covered in your essay.


Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Work due this week 1022 - 1025


Due
10/22
Decline of Rome EQ

10/23
1. Roman Map
2. Journal - Discuss three good deeds from your project (200 word min)
3. Thesis Statement for SG Good Deeds Essay

10/24
1. Write two more EQs for Chapter 1, each about the big idea from other sections. After you write the question, then list three points minimum of explanation or information that you can use to answer the question from the text. (See below for instructions for writing EQ questions)

2. Finish SG and taking all notes

10/25
1. Book Jacket for Outside Reading Project

Information: Writing EQs Directions:

EQ question format: Asks a big question about a process, sequence of events, or major idea. Usually starts with 'Explain, why, how..."

Answer:
4 - 5 sentences.
Explain the concept of the question (decline of Rome)
Give 2 examples or elements of evidence (that explains why Rome declined)


1025
In class activities about Rome...