Thursday, January 31, 2008

Fahrenheit Quote PPoint- 1/31/08

Today’s Assignment

*Choose an important quote from pages 1-95.
*Develop a collage of images that depicts the quote. Images can be literal, symbolic, or both.
*Write a thorough explanation of the significance of the quote. (4-6 sentences) If possible, discuss how the quote relates to a major theme, how it shows an internal/external conflict, how it shows a character change/ epiphany, etc...
Speaker & Spoken To…
*Use 2-4 slides
*Complete by the end of class & be ready to present on Friday.

Homework:
Read 96-110:
3-Intersting Details
2-Questions
1-Connection
Possible Quiz on Part II- tomorrow!

Friday, January 18, 2008

Ray Bradbury's Website

Interesting information about the author of Fahrenheit 451. Video clips of the author are available.

1st Amendment-Link

Review what the First Amendement states about Freedom of Speech.

Censorship in Schools

An interesting editorial from USA Today regarding school censorship of student publications.

Tuesday, January 08, 2008

Dialectical Notes

I had trouble pasting the sample onto the blog. Basically, you are citing quotes that you found interesting or important on the left side of your paper, and then you put your thoughts, questions and ideas on the right hand side. For Wednesday, you are to read to page 32 and complete 1 1/2-2 pages of dialectical notes.

Wednesday, January 02, 2008

Fahrenheit 451 Scavenger Hunt

PRESENTATIONS ARE FRIDAY!!!
Research the following and present in Powerpoint format. Include website URL's to cite information. Keep it interesting! Include pictures and backgrounds.
Beware of novel spoilers!
1. Discover the meaning of the title.
2. Find out historical examples of book burning.
3. Find out current examples of book censorship.
4. Find out author background. (Ray Bradbury)
5. What does the author say about many people's interpretation that the novel is about censorship?
6. Find some reputable data about televsion viewing and Internet usage (hours) vs. book reading in the U.S.
7. If time allows, find any other interesting facts about the author, novel, themes, and/ or related issues.