English 9

Introduction to Week 5

It's time to look ahead at some of the bigger assignments due down the road.

1) Remember that after finishing Romeo & Juliet, you will need to record, as a Voice Thread, yourself presenting your favorite passage from the play. This doesn't have to be memorized but does need to be spoken with understanding and dramatic flair. You will need to make a clear recording, too. If you don't have a headset with mic, how will you ensure that your recording is crystal clear?

2) Look ahead to the next unit, which involves a long-term assignment -- a five-paragraph essay -- which you need to think about now. Browse through the next unit. Most importantly, look at the "Overview of the 5-Paragraph Essay". Click around to see what is involved. Take note that the due date for the rough draft of your Romeo & Juliet essay is :