August 27-31: 9th Grade Literature & Composition

This Week: We will read and analyze irony in short stories. We will also work on Unit 2 vocab in preparation for a quiz on Friday.

Monday, August 20:

• Vocab Unit 2: Intro words
• Work on Unit 2 Vocab Bookwork

Tuesday, August 21:

• Meeting with counselors in Media Center

Wednesday, August 22:

• Vocab Practice
• Read "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant
• Watch adaptation of "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
• Reading Guide

Thursday, August 23:

• Vocab Practice
• Finish discussion on "The Necklace" and "The Gift of the Magi"

Friday, August 24:

• Unit 2 Vocab Quiz
• DUE UNIT 2 VOCAB BOOKWORK (Vocab Flashcards for Extra Credit)

Next Week:

We will continue our short story unit.

Important Dates:

• Friday, August 31: Unit 2 Vocab Quiz
• Tuesday, September 18: Test on Short Stories Unit