Wednesday 18 December 2013

7A English

This week, the students are completing an in-class analysis of a Narrative. The story is called "The Creation of Man" - a Native Tale. The students were given 5 questions to answer:

1. Describe 2 character traits about Coyote's personality. Use examples form the text in your answer.

2. When and Where do you think the story takes place? Explain.

3. What is the main conflict in the story? What type of conflict is this? How is the conflict resolved?

4. What is the climax of this story? Why do you think so?

5. Identify 2 morals from the story. Explain why you think these are the morals.

To help the students improve their ability to answer questions, they were asked to use the following Success Criteria:

Success Criteria For Answering Questions

  • Use full sentences and proper paragraph structure
  • Re-word the first part of the question in your answer
  • Answer the question in detail, give specific examples from the text (facts)  and your own ideas (opinions)
  • Make your own connection to the text by comparing and contrasting
  • Your writing is organized legible and stays on topic
  • Give a reason for your answer, explain why you think the way you do?
  • Use strong/advanced vocabulary
  • Use proper spelling and grammar

When we return from Winter Holidays, we will begin the process of planning, writing, editing and revising our own Narratives. Further details and assignment outline to follow in January. 

Wishing you all a very happy, healthy and restful holiday!