First and fourth periods worked on their Algernon project. We focused on the introductory paragraph after spending some time continuing from yesterday planning the body paragraphs.

Notes on how to create an introductory paragraph (first and fifth periods)

Second and fifth periods completed the Baz Luhrmann version of Romeo and Juliet, with the somewhat-controversial final penultimate scene.

Romeo approaches the seemingly dead Juliet

Homework

• First period: complete the introduction and body paragraphs by Monday for five points extra credit on the essay.
• Second and fourth periods: print out the lyrics for your two songs and bring them Monday.
• Fifth period:
  • complete the introduction paragraph;
  • complete the body paragraphs by Monday for five points extra credit on the essay