Lesson Throwbacks
What three stages do we go through when reading a text?
Before, During, and After reading
Make sure your assignments are on both ___ and ___
Google classroom and turnitin
What does Mr. Abrams say when he wants technology away?
"Screens down, phones away."
What was the topic of our first presentation assignment?
Anything you wanted
What does PPACCTS stand for?
Plot, POV, Atmosphere, Conflict, Character, Theme, Story
Use this format in a paragraph to prove a strong idea.
PPE (Point, Proof, Explanation)
This was introduced later in the semester to address phone usage
Repeating yourself
What twist was revealed in the blind beggar story by it's end?
That the initial beggar had actually lied about his story and was harassing the man who he had trampled and used his story, both were now blind.
Remember to avoid plagiarism do all your assignments in the ____ ____
Same document/ one document
Which two words does Mr. Abrams truly dislike?
Also, A lot (written as alot)
What is the most important part of an essay?
The thesis
What are three things we learned about a thesis statement?
It needs your arguments, it is like a roadmap, it must be an opinion, and should go at the end of the introduction
What two things are true about a theme?
It is not a single word, it is a universal statement
What two animals does Mr. Abrams like?
Sloths, Jellyfish
Name six of the roles from the book clubs
Word Wizard, Literary Luminary, Book Reviewer, Artful Adventurer, Thematic Thinker, Cosmic Connector, Discussion Director
Define Logos, Pathos, Ethos
Logos (logic and facts)
Pathos (emotions)
Ethos (credibility or using credible figures)
Rarely mentioned, what advice has Mr. Abrams given the class to do over a weekend or long break?
Touch grass (go outside, or make good choices)
Name at least three extracurriculars Mr. Abrams is or was apart of this semester (clubs or teams)
RHHS T.V. (technically) , STUco, Basketball, Soccer. Volleyball
What was the first task that you received feedback on?
Self-Introduction Slides