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Thursday, October 7, 2010

THE CHOCOLATE WAR: NOTES

THEMES
Disturbing the Universe
Psychological Warfare
The Power of Fear
Manipulation

MOTIFS
Assignments
Football
Roll Call

SYMBOLS
Jerry's Poster
The Chocolates
Room 19

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PERIOD 7: The New Millennium

This project requires you to research the years 1776-2000. I want to try out a new idea that will be interesting and informative and will make you think. I would like you to compile a Top Ten List for each of the following categories:
Ø Scientific Achievements
Ø Inventions
Ø Historical Events
Ø Businesses
Ø Computer Games
Ø Internet Websites
Ø Sporting Events
Ø Television Shows
Ø Movies
Ø Books

As you can see, my list has ten topics. You must complete all ten categories. I expect you to:

ü Determine how the category should be classified (best selling, most popular, least popular, etc… Use your imaginations.
ü Confine your research to the United States.
ü Limit your research to the first decade.
ü Analyze the data. What does this info tell us about who we are? This requires a response of at least 100 words per category
ü Organize your data into a research paper similar to the papers you have already completed and SEND IT TO MY E-MAIL: mnestlebaum@schools.nyc.gov
ü You may produce a paper copy if that suits you better

PERIOD 7: RESEARCH PROJECT: THE 1960's

THE DECADE OF THE 1960’S

The Vietnam War
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/vietnam/series/index.html

Click on the Timeline and do the following:
1. Click on 1961-1965
2. Choose one item from each year and report on it
3. Click on 1966-1970
4. Choose one item from each year and report on it

American Cultural History
http://kclibrary.lonestar.edu/decade60.html

1. Scroll down to the music section
2. Choose two of the artists, click on their links
3. Write a brief report (100 words) on each

4. Scroll down to the sports section
5. Choose two stars or two events, click on their links
6. Write a brief report (100 words) on each

Important Historic and Cultural Events
I. Report on the assassinations of the following: (250 words total)
1. John F. Kennedy
2. Robert F. Kennedy
3. Martin Luther King
4. Malcolm X
What effect did these assassinations have on the world?
II. The Space Race (150 words)
1. Alan Shepard
2. John Glenn
3. Buzz Aldrin

III. Woodstock
http://history1900s.about.com/od/1960s/p/woodstock.htm

1. Historical Importance
2. Things Go Very Wrong
3. After the Woodstock Festival

PERIOD 7: RESEARCH PROJECT on TOTALITARIANISM

I. TOTALITARIANISM: www.reference.com

1. definition
2. characteristics
3. causes

II. COMPARE / CONTRAST : www.thecorner.org/hist/total/total.htm

1. Nazi Germany
a. the rise of Nazism under Hitler
b. reasons for Nazism’s success
2. Fascist Italy
a. the rise of Fascism under Mussolini
b. Economic and Social Life
3. Soviet Russia
a. the rise of Communism under Stalin
b. the Great Purge

III. DYSTOPIAN MOVIES: http://snarkerati.com/movie-news/the-top-50-dystopian-movies-of-all-time/

1. Choose three of the movies . They must be ones you have never seen
2. Define the elements of totalitarianism that exist in the movie
3. For each, explain why you would live in that society.

IV. DYSTOPIAN NOVELS: http://listverse.com/2008/03/12/top-12-dystopian-novels/

1. Choose three of the novels . They must be ones you have never read
2. Define the elements of totalitarianism that exist in the novel
3. For each, explain why you would not live in that society.

V. YOUR TURN
1. In a writing of at least 100 words, discuss why totalitarianism/dystopia is such a popular topic.

PERIOD 5: VOCABULARY

inconspicuous-hidden
voila-behold
wan-pale
pseudo-fake
vague-unclear
simultaneously-at the same time
mayhem-violence
blathers-speaks nonsense
interim-in the meantime
degrade-to reduce in quality
irony-opposite of expected outcome
battered-beaten
harried-bothered
obligation-requirement
imperial-royal
vermilion-red
oriented-adjusted
demented-insane
conundrum-difficult problem
imbecile-fool; idiot
vespiary-a nest of wasps
asylum-safe haven
vulnerable-able to be hurt
obsess-haunt
gargoyle-grotesque human
momentum-forward motion
delinquency-neglect of duty
indoctrination-instruction
symmetrical-harmonious
avocation-hobby
compassion-sympathy
distort-twist the truth
mortified-extremely ashamed
patron-person who supports artists
philanthropy-an act of charity
prevarication-lie
subliminal-unconcious; subconcious
subsidize-provide financial aid
antagonistic-hostile
anxiety-fear, nervousness
eerie-strange
ingrate-ungrateful person
nocturnal-active at night
omens-clues about the future
ritual-custom

PROJECT PIGMAN: DUE DECEMBER 1, 2009

In addition to being an engaging story, The Pigman contains major ideas, or themes, clearly worth contemplating.

CHOOSE THREE FROM THE FOLLOWING MENU OF ACTIVITIES.
Influential adults (100 words) Even though the story ends sadly, it is clear that the Pigman has had a major psychological effect on both Lorraine and John. Identify a person who has significantly influenced you. Write about that person's effect on you. You may wish to interview older friends or relatives willing to describe how someone from their youth influenced them in a way they will never forget. Family and Relationships (100 words) John's parents treat him as though he is a disturbing influence in their lives. Lorraine's mother is too tired from her job and too bitter about men to deal effectively with her. To balance the often negative portrayal of parents in young adult literature, identify passages in young adult literature which illustrate positive relationships between parents and their teenage children.
Friendship (150 words) Sometimes friends can be more supportive than family members. This was clearly the case with John, Lorraine, and Mr. Pignati though they never expressed these thoughts to each other. Assume the identity of one of these characters and write letters to the other two, thanking them for their friendship and explaining why it is so important.
Responsibility (100 words) Lorraine and John both take large steps toward maturity as they examine what happened with the Pigman. They differ, however, in the level of responsibility they accept for his death. Is John less mature than Lorraine when he does not accept full responsibility for the death of Mr. Pignati? What role does guilt play in each character's willingness or unwillingness to accept responsibility for what happened?
Death (100 words) Until the death of the Pigman, John has not really confronted the reality of death. Seeing Mr. Pignati lying on the cold tile floor of the monkey house, however, makes him examine his views on death and the meaning of life. If Lorraine were to write an additional chapter in which she explained her thoughts about death, what would she say?

Game (100 words) On page 107, the Pigman plays a game with John and Lorraine. The game is designed to reveal your deeply held feelings. Create a game similar to the Pigman’s designed to reveal deeply held feelings.

THE PIGMAN: Vocabulary

avocation

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speak: the test

Dear Period 5,
Don't forget to study for your test on speak .
The test will be on Tuesday, November 10.
HINT: You will be asked to write a dialogue about Melinda's visit to a psychologist. Be prepared.

M. Nestlesmith