Scarlet Ibis Intro / Web Quest
Directions:
Follow the directions below.
To get started:
A. Open up the Web quest worksheet ( Link:
You will save this in your school home drive - title it “Scarlet Ibis.”
B. You will use Times New Roman size 12 font and one inch margins for this assignment.
PART 1
A. Pre-Reading Focus:
- Respond the following:
FOCUS QUESTION
For each of the following groups of people, assign a number from 1-6 (1 being the highest) to indicate the level of expectation they have for you:
parents siblings friends teachers coaches yourself
Then, in a paragraph or two, explain who you think expects the most from you and why?
B. About the author:
Authors have an uncanny way of presenting information to the reader that is often hidden behind rich language and literary devices. In discovering the "mysteries" of the literature, readers gain insights into human experiences and develop a broader understanding of one's self. James Hurst, author of "The Scarlet Ibis," is one who provides "mystery and meaning" through his short story. You will use the web to find information that will help you complete this assignment.
- Title this section “About the Author.” Using the following link, find your information to answer the following questions. Be certain to cite the source.
QUESTIONS:
1. Where did/does James Hurst live?
2. What careers did James Hurst have?
3. What seemed to be James Hurst’s passion?
C. Symbolism:
What is a symbol? Instead of going to the textbook for the answer, link to the following sites to find the definition of a symbol:Link:
This site gives you a sampling of categories that provide a wide range of symbols. Click on at least FIVE letters of the alphabet, choose ONE item for each letter, and record the symbolic meaning of each item. Record your findings on your worksheet. SymbolismThis next link, gives some of the symbolic meanings of tomb items:
Pick one symbol and record it on your worksheetLink: Tomb Symbolism
Trees also have symbolism. Click on this next link to uncover the meanings of trees that you may know. Then on the back of your paper, write a list 3 trees you may have seen or heard of and their symbolic meanings
Google each tree and find it's symbolismD. The Scarlet Ibis:What is a Scarlet Ibis?
You'll be reading a story about a scarlet ibis, and you
have probably guessed that it will involve some symbolism. Wouldn't
you agree that it would help to understand the story if you knew what a
scarlet ibis was?
The following site has a picture of the scarlet ibis.
Click the link below to see a scarlet ibis.
Photograph of the scarlet ibis
What's so special about the scarlet ibis? Click on this site and be ready to
answer some questions.
The Scarlet Ibis - INFO SITE TWO
Record your answers to the following questions on your worksheet:
1) What is a scarlet ibis? Describe in detail - A. Provide a physical description B. List any significant character traits (of the bird)2) Describe the environment in which the scarlet ibis lives.
3) How is environment important to the bird's survival?
E. Symbolism Check:Before you begin reading the short story "The Scarlet Ibis", let's see if you can unlock the "mystery" and find the "meaning" in the following poem:
1. Read the poem carefully.
2. Write the specific clues that will aid in identifying the symbol.
3. Identify the symbol.
4. Provide a brief explanation or justification for your choice.
5. Submit your analysis to your teacher.
"First Lesson" by Philip Booth
Lie back, daughter, let your head
be tipped back in the cup of my hand.
Gently, and I will hold you. Spread
your arms wide, lie out on the stream
and look high at the gulls. A dead-
man's - float is face down. You will dive
and swim soon enough where this tidewater
ebbs to the sea. Daughter, believe
me, when you tire on the long thrash
to your island, lie up, and survive.
As you float now, where I held you
and let go, remember when fear
cramps your heart what I told you:
Lie gently and wide to the light-year
stars, lie back, and the sea will hold you.
Answer the following questions on your paper:
1. The father is giving his daughter advice about floating. This first swim
lesson dealing with floating also has a symbolic meaning. Not only is the
father giving his daughter advice about floating, but he is also giving his
daughter advice about ____________________.
2. Provide a brief explanation for your choice.
Part 2
A. Literary Check:- Title this section “Literary Terms;” then make a table with three columns.
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Type in the literary terms below in the far left column.
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In the second column, type in the definition of the literary devices.
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Your last column will remain blank
Literary Terms LinkA.
https://literaryterms.net/glossary-of-literary-terms/B.
LITERARY TERMS
Foreshadowing symbol theme point of view
Dynamic character climax conflict mood
Allusion simile metaphor
B. Vocabulary Development:
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Title this section “Vocabulary” and fill in the table with three columns.
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Locate the vocabulary words in the far left column.
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In the second column, find and type the definition of the vocabulary words. Make sure you are finding the correct definition of word using the part of speech given (if it has more than one entry).
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In the third column, find and type in at least two synonyms for the vocabulary word.
VOCABULARY WORDS:
Caul Nettles
Invalid Vermilion
Reiterate Exotic
Imminent Heresy
Infallibility Careen
Precariously Evanescence
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The section below will be completed in class. It is not a part of the Web Quest. Read: The Scarlet Ibis- The short story packet links are on the blog
Packet D: Gift of the Magi, Sonata for Harp and Bicycle, Scarlet Ibis, Necklace:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nsXvMaMBaH0_WO5zrPcjbsz0LpkeSf__/view?usp=sharing
Ibis Worksheet link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1s8jzrrpN3NOBgW-lPIlgh2YrWy_A8xKw/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115237694256539959089&rtpof=true&sd=true
R11.B.1: Understand components within and between texts.
Understand fiction appropriate to grade level.R11.A.2: Understand nonfiction appropriate to grade level.-Analyze inferences and draw conclusions based on text-Analyze the effectiveness of figurative language
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