I can edit sentences for mistakes in punctuation.I can analyze a writer’s choice of figurative language, repetition, and diction and their effects on theme.I can demonstrate comprehension of increasingly challenging texts by answering literal and interpretive questions.

English 2September 25-26

You may need to use a semicolon (rather than a comma) before a coordinating conjunction (FANBOY) to join two independent clauses that contain commas.

▪ Confusing: June sat with Tony, Pat, and me, and Josh sat with Flora, Zack, and Geraldo.

▪ Clear:June sat with Tony, Pat, and me; and Josh sat with Flora, Zack, and Geraldo.

▪ Searching for the house key I found a dime a nickel and a penny and John my brother found his lost watch.

▪ Eli went to the matinee with Jae, Kerry, and Sung but Josh Taylor and I preferred to go hiking.

▪ I bought my sister several gifts, including a book a skirt and a tennis racket but unfortunately I couldn’t find a present for my mother who wants an antique desk.

Quick Review of “The Year of the Firefly”

▪ Symbol

▪ Imagery

▪ Figurative Language

▪ Tone

▪ Theme

– Simile– Metaphor/Extended

Metaphor– Personification– Hyperbole– Euphemism– idiom

Connotations

The Rest of the Period

Take the Unit Test▪ You MAY write on the

test.

▪ Write your answers on the answer sheet. Be sure to fill in your reasons for choosing the answer. You WILL receive a grade for that, too.

After the Unit Test▪ Read Of Mice and Men

▪ Answer the questions on the study guide for chapters 3-4.

Homework

• Read chapter 5 in Of Mice and Men

• Be ready for a quiz on the book up to that point.