Hello, 7th graders!
Some of you had questions about the plot chart/diagram for The Outsiders, so I am providing a worksheet that you can use to fill in the story components. Just click on the link below:
Plot Diagram WORKSHEET (hint: it’s better if you print it in LANDSCAPE format)
You can write directly onto the sheet or you can create your own, as long as you include information on each of the following:
- EXPOSITION
- RISING ACTION
- CLIMAX
- FALLING ACTION
- RESOLUTION
You also have the option of making a plot outline, which you all learned how to do in Mr. Ortega’s class last year.
*NOTE: Don’t forget about your character notes as well! Remember, you’re giving descriptions of 4 main characters and 3 minor characters (physical traits and personality traits)
You will see here that I’ve included a Powerpoint slide show of the Elements of a Plot Diagram to guide you.
You do NOT have to do a plot chart and character notes for the other novels you are reading - only for The Outsiders. You just need to keep a record of the other novels you are reading on the SUMMER READING LOG and have your parents sign off for each book (minimum 3 total). If you need suggestions for books to read, please see the “Junior High Recommended Reading List” below.
You can find all the details for your Summer work if you click on the following links.
Outsiders Summer Reading - LETTER w/GUIDELINES
Summer Reading Log
Junior High Recommended Reading List
Please email me at mdyogisjs@yahoo.com if you have any other questions.
Happy Reading!
Blessings,
Mrs. Dyogi
Dear 7th graders,
Please make sure that you make note of the following events and times:
- Baccalaureate Mass - June 5th @ 9:30am (regular school day - arrive at 8am in 7th gr. classroom)
- Graduation Breakfast - June 5th @10:45-12:30 (Knights of Columbus Hall - includes clean-up)
- Graduation Ceremony - June 5th @ 6:00pm-7:30pm (arrive at the Church @ 5:30pm)
These are the dress code guidelines for the events mentioned above:
GENTLEMEN
- White dress shirt
- Black or Blue tie
- Black dress pants
- Black socks and black dress shoes (no tennis shoes, please!)
LADIES
- Black and white
- Dress, or top and pants/skirt
- Neckline and skirt length must be appropriate and follow SJS dress code
- Shoulders and back must be covered
- Black or white dress shoes (heels no more than 2 inches)
- Jewelry kept to minimum (no hoop or dangling earrings)
- NO makeup
For any questions, please contact Mrs. Dyogi at mdyogisjs@yahoo.com
SERVICE HOURS ARE DUE ON TUESDAY, MAY 26th by 3:00pm!!!
To create your own Essay Map online, go to the following link:
http://www.readwritethink.org/materials/essaymap/
You can type in all of your information for the Introduction, Body Paragraphs, and Conclusion. After you are finished, just click “Review My Map” and print from there.
REMINDER:
- The revised Essay Map is due tomorrow THURSDAY, MAY 21st
- First Draft of the Reflective Essay is due WEDNESDAY, MAY 27th
FINAL DRAFT GUIDELINES:
- Typed, double-spaced, 1-inch margins.
- Introduction and Conclusion paragraphs must be a minimum of 3 sentences.
- Thesis statement must be UNDERLINED!
- Body paragraphs must be a minimum of 6-8 sentences each.
ALPHABIOGRAPHY(100 points)
7TH Gr. Literature (50) / English (30) / Spelling (20)
DUE: Friday, June 5, 2009
Click here: SAMPLE ALPHABIOGRAPHY ENTRY
Use the assigned letters to create an entry about:
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an experience you have had
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something you really like
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something very important to you
The assigned letters are:
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A is for…..
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C is for….
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G is for…..
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I is for…..
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L is for….
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M is for….
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P is for…..
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S is for…..
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W is for….
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Y is for….
Each entry will follow the following format.
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List the title at the top of the page. (for example: “S is for…..”)
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Write a one-page narrative essay about your chosen topic.
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Include a Life Lesson at the bottom of the entry that helps readers get the “moral” or lesson you want to leave with them after reading your entry.
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Include an illustration of the topic, using pictures or symbols (clip art is acceptable).
PROJECT FORMAT:
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Typed, using size 12 font
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Title page that includes – 1) The Project title, 2) Your name, 3) Grade, 4) Due date.
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You must have a TABLE OF CONTENTS that lists each topic by title and page.
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All responses must be in complete sentences, giving detailed description related to YOU!
To print these guidelines, please click on this link:
Alphabiography Project Guidelines
Chapter 15 Quiz on FRIDAY 5/8
*Page numbers are found in LIT text - see parentheses
Vocabulary (from “from Barrio Boy” and “I Am A Native of North America”):
- barrio (611)
- menace (612)
- mobilized (612)
- interpreter (612)
- grieving (613)
- formidable (613)
- distinct (615)
- inlet (615)
- communal (615)
- integration (617)
Please copy words and definitions - DUE WED 5/6
SPELLING QUIZ on FRIDAY 5/8
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