First and seventh periods presented their persuasive presentations to see who would win the bit of free time at the end of their class on Monday. We also watched a clip of Derren Brown, the absolute master of persuasion.

Second period went over persuasive techniques.

Fourth period began researching the Scottsboro boy’s trial in preparation for a comparison/contrast essay on the trial and To Kill a Mockingbird.

Homework

• First, second, and seventh periods: continue working on poetry portfolio (due Monday); tomorrow will be a pr0gress check.
• Fourth period: none (research optional).