Tuesday, April 24, 2018

FYI Information about the AP exam

The exam is at the high school on May 9th.
Report directly to the gyms at 7:20.
Do NOT bring any backpacks or purses.
All cell phones will be put at the front of the room.
Bring #2 pencils and black pens. 
You can bring water in a clear bottle with NO labels.

The Stranger and AP review.

We have finished The Stranger.  We will continue discussing it while we are preparing for the AP exam.  The AP exam is two weeks away; make sure you are studying literary terms and reviewing the books you have read.

The Stranger is a great book to write about on the last essay of the exam.

Thursday, April 19, 2018

The Stranger Progress

Please read up to chapter four of part two in the novel.

Also, remember that the AP exam is on May 9th.  Please prepare!

Thursday, April 12, 2018

The Stranger Reading

Please make sure you have read up through chapter 3 in The Stranger

Also, if you were not in class today, make sure you make contact with Guidance in order to schedule an appointment to fill out your AP exam paperwork.

Monday, April 9, 2018

Editing Questions

For Editors:
Read the first paragraph.  Now, in your own words, write what you think the paper will be about.
Read the entire essay and edit, focusing on grammar, mechanics, clarity, and MLA format.
Write the main point of the paper in your own words.
Identify three strengths of the paper that should not be altered.
Identify three weaknesses of the paper.  What needs to be expanded?  What needs to be cut?  Provide suggestions for improvement.
Provide a possible title for the paper.
Provide other suggestions for the writer of the paper. 
Sign the bottom of the paper.