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Mon, 23 April: Scylla & Charybdis, pt II (new blog post due)

Today I will:
~Apply knowledge of new vocabulary terms to a short quick-write activity
~Read & analyze Margaret Atwood's poem, "Siren Song," considering the author's diction and perspective
~Synthesize my knowledge of show-not-tell writing and the characterization of Odysseus, the crew, and the Sirens by writing a short story from the perspective of Scylla or Charybdis

Agenda:
7-minute quick write: Use at least 2 vocabulary words.

 ~Scylla & Charybdis pre-reading google form: complete with a partner: https://goo.gl/forms/0wfmjTbrbHbXEMnf2

Post-reading blog/creative-writing activity!
  • Directions: Rewrite the story of Scylla or Charybdis from their point of view. Your story should be written and published as a blog post.
As you write:
  • Consider the background information you know about the monsters to help you decide what they might be thinking about when they encounter Odysseus’ ship.
  • Use rich diction and vivid details similar to the examples you highlighted during reading
  • Use your five senses to paint images for your reader (show what happens, don’t tell what happens)
  • Use at least two exchanges of dialogue.

 Homework:
ALL: If you did not finish your new blog, post it before class tomorrow.
Honors: Work on your extra novel. Two (2) dialectical journal entries due Wednesday!

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