Day 14 LOTF

 

Do Now: After yesterday's discussion about Simon, what is one new understanding you gained about Lord of the Flies?

Today's Learning Target:

I will be able to write about how Simon functions as a symbol for ____________ in Lord of the Flies.

I will know that I have hit the learning target when...
-I can describe what idea/concept Simon stands for in the novel.
-I can write a short paragraph arguing what Simon stands for that includes a topic sentence and at least two quotation sandwiches.

Agenda: 

1. Writing about a symbol: Simon
2. Beginning Chapter 10: The Shell and the Glasses
3. Exit ticket: what is easy/hard for you when writing about a symbol?

Homework: finish chapter 10 for next class (annotate and make at least one inference)