BLOG ASSIGNMENT #2 "Bluffing"

The short story "Bluffing" describes a grizzly attack in Jasper National Park. One of the main characters, Liam, claims that he ran away from the bear so that it would follow him and therefore he would save the life of his girlfriend, Gabriella.

 Is he telling the truth? This requires a close reading of the story and the ability to support your contention with specific examples.

Write a paragraph that supports your opinion of Liam's statement. Is he a coward or a hero? Your paragraph should include the following:

*Write in third person.
*Use present tense.
*Consider a dynamic introduction - question, quote, statement.
*Mention the title and author in your brief plot summary.
*Make sure you have a clear topic sentence. (Is he truthful or not?)
*Provide three reasons to support your opinion, include a direct reference (quote) for each.
*Finish with some punch - make sure your conclusion is creative.

*Double space.

*Hit the orange "Publish" tab when you are finished.

*Print a copy and submit it at the end of the period.

Let's get writing! BLOG ASSIGNMENT # 1

Let's get writing. Most of you are capable of much more than you showed on your first assignment. This is an easy assignment if you only want a mediocre mark. This is challenging if you want a 5 or a 6. You can do it!

Write a paragraph that describes the character shown below.

 

*Give your article an interesting title

*Include a dynamic introduction that lets the reader know what you will be describing.
*Use a logical order – top to bottom or vice versa.
*Include at least one simile and one metaphor.
*Vary your sentence beginnings and your sentence length.
*You may imagine and include details not shown in the picture such as her surroundings.
*Pay attention to your diction – choose interesting words.
*Make sure you have at least 150 words.
* Proofread carefully for mechanical errors.

 

PRINT A DOUBLE SPACED SIZE 12 FONT HARD COPY AND HAND IN AT THE END OF THE PERIOD.

 

Gr 11 ASSIGNMENT 1 User Profile





ASSIGNMENT # 1       Blogger User Profile

Your objective this period is to set up your blog. After you have linked to my blog and I have linked to yours, write your user profile.

What is your background? What are your interests or accomplishments Which are your favorite films, books, television programs? What are your future plans? What are your values? Who are your heroes?
Your profile must be at least 150 words. Include at least one simile (a comparison using like or as) and at least one metaphor (a direct comparison). Write this in third person as if you are writing about someone else. Consider this an entertaining magazine article, not a job application form!

Be brave, be bold, be brilliant, but don't be bashful or boring.

After you have completed your profile you can add pictures or videos to your blog. Check out some of the past students' examples!

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Welcome to Blogging!

Introduction
Blogs offer students a chance to easily read each others' ideas, as well as draw from internet resources. Many students prefer to write on a computer as it allows for more convenient editing and provides the option of using tools such as spellcheck, grammarcheck and thesaurus.
Please remember the following guidelines for blog use:
1. Everything you write on your blog must be considered PUBLIC. Do not include ANY information or opinions on your blog that you would not be comfortable with anyone else (in or outside the class) reading.
2. Please follow the proper expectations for writing in senior English. It is natural for students to become careless in their writing when working in an internet environment. Do not use Facebook or MSN abbreviations and style. Formal grammar, punctuation, and appropriate word choice must be used at all times.

You will be graded on your blogsite thoughout the year. Part of your mark will be based on having all assignments complete. Part of your mark will be based on your writing skills and the effort and detail that you have put into your work