Kite Runner Journal Prompt #2

Chapter 7 in The Kite Runner is a pivotal moment in not only plot development, but also character development. This is an event, as Amir expressed in the opening chapter, that haunts Amir well into his adult life. Try to imagine yourself in Amir's position; how might you have responded. Keep Assef's threat to get even with both Amir and Hassan in mind. Also consider your thoughts on friendship from your post in Journal #1 in your decision.

Why does Amir say that he is both a hero and a coward during Chapter 7? What are some options Amir could have had? What does this situation say of Amir's "friendship" with Hassan? What do you think may happen as a result? How might the rape play into the overall plot development?

Respond with a minimum of EIGHT sentences. Pay attention to grammar, spelling, and conventions.

Kite Runner Writing Journal Prompt #1

What does friendship mean to you? Would Amir say that Hassan is his friend? Why? Would Hassan say that Amir is his friend? Do you think that Amir and Hassan are friends?

Respond to these questions in one paragraph (8-11 sentences) and give evidence from the novel to explain your stance.

The Clayton Ridge English IV Six-Word Memoirs

Each year, students are excited to try their hands at one of the literary world's newest movements – the six-word memoir. Both of my English IV sections participated in the project, with each student creating his/her own depiction of identity through an image and a mere six words. As a class, each section then chose a song to accompany their six-word memoirs.

English IV: Period 1

English IV: Period 2

Drama Class Silent Film Stage Fighting Video

In the last weeks, the Clayton Ridge High School drama class has been learning about and practicing stage fighting. As a cumulative project, students worked in groups of three to create a Charlie Chaplin-style silent film. The students were given the roles a store owner, a thief, and a policeman. The following video is one of the finished projects.

Fundamentals of Speech Document

Click HERE to access the handout. You will need to access this EVERY day.

Drama: Stage Quiz

Click HERE to be taken to the Google Form for your Stage Directions Quiz. Break a leg!

Oedipus the King, Part Two Vocab Quiz: English IV

Click HERE to enter the vocabulary quiz over Oedipus the King, Part Two. Remember you are held to the academic honesty policy found in the Clayton Ridge Student Handbook. Do not attempt to open another window. Do not use any other resources to aid you in completing the quiz. Punishments for cheating can result in removal from the course and a failing grade for the semester. Show what YOU know! Good Luck!