Friday, January 16, 2015

English 10 Performance Task for from "The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka


Prompt: 

Use what you have learned about the central events and details in "The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka to write an original story of what might have happened next in the life of Gregor.  Consider how Gregor's character has changed already and how society would react to him.  Your narrative must include narrative elements(i.e. characters/characterization, problem, setting, and a sequence of events) and narrative techniques (i.e. dialogue, pacing, description, reflection, etc.)

*The assignment/narrative must be at least three pages in length and in MLA format.  

*It is due Wednesday January 21, 2015 at the beginning of class.  

*Assignment submitted late will lose a letter grade per day it is late.


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Tuesday, January 13, 2015

English 12  Narrative Essay for "from Beowulf"


Performance Task:  Narrative Essay

Use what you have learned about the central events and details in "from Beowulf" to write and alternate ending to the text.  Consider what would have happened if Beowulf or other characters reacted differently.  Your narrative must include narrative elements (i.e. characters/characterization, problems, setting, and sequence of events) and narrative techniques (i.e. dialogue, pacing, description, reflection, etc).

The essays are to be type-written in MLA format.  
Don't wait until the last minute to begin.
Late assignments will not be accepted.


Due Dates:  A-Day Classes - 01/21/2015
                     B-Day Classes - 01/20/2015

Feel free to bring your drafts for review prior to submission.