Yes, this actually came up in class today. Talk about getting sidetracked during our thought-provoking (nice analogy to music, Sam!) and rant-inducing (well-done, Carmen!) discussion of Francine Prose's essay. By the way, did you notice that Francine Prose is a contributor to O Magazine? Interesting considering Maya Angelou is a bosom buddy of Oprah's. Anyway, let's move on ... Jerry Springer anyone?
Sarah cleverly demonstrated her Google-like knowledge of the symbols in The Catcher in the Rye; Ali capably shared his learning about the symbolic nature of the ducks in the novel; and despite her misgivings about the writing, Michelle convincingly justified the 8 awarded to the AP Exam student sample #1.
We watched Francine Prose on You Tube. She was discussing close reading and learning to write well from great authors.
Most exciting, I actually figured out how to get the projector working all by myself, and John and Dylan's gallant assistance was not needed for the first time ever. (Celebrate the small successes, people!)
See you Monday - must go watch Oprah and send my kids to the other room!
Homework: Read the two critical reviews of The Catcher in the Rye. Note this is one of the most-banned books in schools. Interesting, huh? Some people would be appalled that I let you read this! So, on that note, please finish reading this shocking novel for Monday.
P.S.: Have a lovely weekend. And Happy Hallowe'en even though you are all way too old to go trick-or-treating!
By the way, check out this website: http://www.litcharts.com/files/pdf/printer/thecatcherintherye-LitChart.pdf:
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