Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Act 1 Test

Act 1 Reflection


1. Act 1 Test
2. Turn in Act 3 Sentences
3. After the test, begin essay portion of test (See below)

Act 1 Test- Today, September 13,  on Skyward

ACT I Reflections
1. Your Act I Test 
*Please review the characters, their actions, their important quotes and be ready to evaluate the situations in the introductory act to answer the essay questions below
The second part of the test will be character identification.   

2.Today: We are going to reflect on Act I.  Each essay must be answered in at least 3 paragraphs each.  You must include specific examples (and their line, scene and act numbers) and explain them.
Remember, a paragraph is at least 7 sentences.  Remember to include a topic sentence for each answer. Remember to use, explain and cite contextual evidence in each example. Example:  ""Gregory, on my word, we'll not carry coals" (Act 1, sc 1, li1).
here is another example.
(Act 1, sc 1, li 18-22).
  1. Discuss the sources of tension in the first ACT.  Why are these characters upset?
  2. How does Romeo describe the women he loves in Act 1?  Refer to things like word choice, connotation, tone, figures of speech, and so on.
  3. Describe the Lord Capulet, Lady Capulet and the Nurse.  Describe Their relationship with Juliet.
  4. Refer to Mercutio’s lines in Act 1.  (Concentrate on the Queen Mab Speech) What kind of friend is he to Romeo?  Would you like to have him for a friend?  If so, why?  If not, why ?
  5. Discuss the Prologue and what you already know about the play.  If you were Romeo and Juliet, would you follow love or stay loyal to your family and friends?  Explain your reasons.
  6. Foreshadowing.  The Prologue states that this is the story of “star-crossed lovers.”  There are four strong examples of foreshadowing of evil in Act 1.  Identify at least two foreshadowing and explain their purpose. 
  7. BONUS:   Using clues from the act, make two predictions for  the conclusion of the play.  Do not say, "they die"  Be specific.  Will they date?  Will Juliet marry Paris?. 10 points bonus
These Questions will count as the essay section of your test.  Each questions will be worth 10 points.  These are due when you enter class on Friday, 9/15  Make sure they are turned  in at www.turnitin.com


3. Projects for Act I  (Next Wed. 9/20/17)  and Act 2 are due one week after we complete Act 2:Link: http://bhscomp1.blogspot.com/2017/01/integrated-r-and-j-projects.html

CC.1.2.9-10.A: Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.

CC.1.2.9-10.B: Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences and conclusions based on an author’s explicit assumptions and beliefs about a subject


Essay Organizer:

1. Remember, you are writing using the 5 paragraph essay format for these 3 paragraph essays.  
2. Include an introduction, brief background, and thesis in the opening paragraph.
3.  Write down the quote/ quotes that support your thesis.  You will explain them using details and observations from the reading.
**Make sure your quote is purposeful, don't just insert a bunch of lines that sort of relate.** 


I. Opening Paragraph

A. Introduction (Title in italics or underlined)       
       ********You can use a quote from the text in this paragraph if it serves a purpose to any of these points******
B. Restatement of the question 
C. Some Background to support your thesis idea
D. Thesis Statement
E. Transition

II. Paragraph 2

A. Introduce first bit of evidence that proves the point you are making in your thesis
B. Quote/Quotes
C. Explain why the quote is important to your thesis
D. Include any extra supporting evidence
E. Repeat this process for each subsequent point 
                   ***Transition with in the paragraph, making it obvious that this is a second point***
F. Transition

III. Closing Paragraph 

A. Conclude/Sum up your points
B. Restate thesis
C. Finalize your opinion
D. Your last sentence should be a creative restatement of your overall concept 


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