Name: Block: Short Story Unit You will use this packet during class as we work through this unit. If you miss class, you are responsible for completing the tasks in this packet on your own. Short Story Prezi Notes Directions: Fill in the blanks below as we go through the Prezi presentation in class. SHORT STORIES 1. Are forms of, like novels 2. Focus on one major 3. Can be read in one sitting 4. Have one main that keeps the story moving THE FIVE MAJOR ELEMENTS OF SHORT STORIES: 1. Plot 2. 3. Conflict 4. 5. Setting 1
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Harrison Bergeron KURT VONNEGUT, JR. Pg. 34-40 Directions: Respond to the following questions as you read Harrison Bergeron. Pg. 34 1. Reread lines 1-17. List three details that describe society in 2081. 2. What is your opinion of this society so far? Pg. 36 3. What is a wince? Why does George wince in lines 31-36? 4. Based on what you have read so far, what behavior do you think might be seen as strange or illegal in this society? Pg. 37 5. Do you agree with George s decision to not lighten his handicap bag? Why do you think so? 3
Pg. 38 6. How tall is Harrison? 7. List a few of Harrison s handicaps. Why do you think Harrison has been so handicapped by the government? Pg. 39 8. How does Harrison view himself compared to the other people? How does this view conflict with the view of the government? Pg. 40 9. Reread lines 177-188. How does the narrator view this breaking of the laws? What words or phrases lead you to this conclusion? 10. Why do George and Hazel react in the way they do to their son s death? 4
Name Block HARRISON BERGERON Vocabulary Practice WORD LIST consternation cower neutralizing synchronizing vigilance wince PART A. Fill in each blank with the correct word from the list. 1. If you were cornered by a wild beast, you might. 2. If you burned your finger on a hot stove, you might. 3. If a series of burglaries occurred in your neighborhood, you might increase your. 4. f you never found time to eat dinner with your family, you might suggest that your schedules needed. 5. If you found your mother reading your diary, you might feel. 6. If you had a rash from poison ivy, your doctor might suggest the effect with a special cream. PART B. Think about the meaning of each phrase in the first column. Then find the phrase in the second column that is closest in meaning. Write the letter of that phrase on the blank line. 1. yelps of confused amazement 2. cringe and conceal 3. unending alertness 4. flinch from soreness 5. coordinating timepieces 6. deactivating the foe A. unceasing vigilance B. cries of consternation C. synchronizing watches D. cower and hide E. neutralizing the enemy F. wince in pain PART C WRITING OPTION. Harrison Bergeron rebelled against the laws of society that regulated equality. Write a note that Harrison might have written to his parents explaining his reasons. Use at least two words from the box in your note. 5
Name Block HARRISON BERGERON 11-SENTENCE PARAGRAPH OUTLINE PROMPT: What three things about Harrison Bergeron s character make him a leader to the people? I. Topic Sentence: Harrison Bergeron is a good / bad (CHOOSE ONE) leader because: A. Main Idea #1: 1. Example from text: 2. Explanation of example: B. Main Idea #2: 1. Example from text: 6
2. Explanation of example: C. Main Idea #3: 1. Example from text: 2. Explanation of example: II. Conclusion: 7
By the Waters of Babylon STEPHEN VINCENT BENET Apocalyptic Fiction Prezi Notes Directions: Fill in the blanks below as we go through the Prezi presentation in class. 1. Apocalyptic fiction is. 2. Many stories have been written about a post-apocalypse world. 3. This genre became popular, and often regains popularity during. 4. Authors of this genre often rely on. WHAT IS FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE? Figurative Language Prezi Notes 1. Language that communicates meanings beyond the meanings of the words. 2. Authors use figurative language to create, ideas, and to evoke. WHAT IS A SIMILE? 1. A comparison of two things using the word or EXAMPLE: WHAT IS PERSONIFICATION? I felt small and naked as a new-hatched bird. ~Stephen Vincent Benet, By the Waters of Babylon 1. Figure of speech in which human are given to an object, animal, or idea EXAMPLE: There was the great river below It could eat all the streams we know and still be thirsty. ~Stephen Vincent Benet, By the Waters of Babylon 8
By the Waters of Babylon STEPHEN VINCENT BENET Book Cover Project Directions: Imagine that By the Waters of Babylon is being published as its own book. What would the cover of the book look like? Design and color a neat book cover that fulfills the requirements listed below. Don t forget the written element of the project! Requirements: ü Title AND author of the story (spelled CORRECTLY!) ü Three different visual elements from the text ü One quote from the text that is relevant to the visuals you choose ü Finished product should be neat, fully colored, and reflect the effort you put into it Written Element: On the back of your book cover, write a paragraph (at least FIVE-TEN complete sentences!) in which you explain what each of your visuals are, what they mean, and why you chose them. Also, please explain why you chose the quote you included on your book cover. Requirements Neatness Color Description Point Value Finished product meets all of the assigned requirements Finished product is neat and reflects the time and effort the student put into the assignment Finished product is fully colored and is pleasing to the eye / 10 / 10 / 5 / 25 Comments: 9
To Build A Fire JACK LONDON Naturalism Prezi Notes Directions: Fill in the blanks below as we go through the Prezi presentation in class. 1. Naturalism is defined as Characters are often: 2. 3. Characters often live in: 4. Characters lives are often governed by outside forces such as: 6. 7. 8. 5. Create a cityscape here (for setting): 9. Create an illustration of a family here (for heredity): Themes within naturalistic writing: 10. Nature is 11. The forces of heredity and environment 12. The futile attempts 13. Three other themes include:,, and 14. Man against 15. Man against 16. Illustrate two men fighting (for man vs. man): Famous naturalist writers include: 17. 18. 19. 20. 20. Illustrate writing instruments here, such as a pen and a book (for writers): 10
To Build A Fire JACK LONDON Pg. 76-91 Directions: Respond to the following questions as you read To Build A Fire. Pg. 76 1. Describe the setting. Include at least five details from the text. 2. Reread lines 1-24. What mood is created by the description of the setting? Pg. 78 3. Reread the descriptions in lines 25-40. Do you think the man understands the severity of the cold? What details lead you to this conclusion? 4. Describe the conflict between the setting and the man. What type of conflict is this? (Remember internal vs. external conflict?) Pg. 79 5. How does the dog s knowledge differ from the man s impressions of the weather? 6. At this point in the story, what do you think the man and dog will do? Pg. 80 7. Reread lines 111-120. What is the new problem the man has? How does he view this problem? 11
Pg. 81 8. Describe the man s actions in lines 121-135. Why is he doing this? 9. Why is it so important that the man keep his feet dry? Pg. 82 10. What does the man notice right after he smashes his fingers against his leg? Pg. 83 11. Why is the man a bit frightened? 12. Who seems more knowledgeable about what to do in this situation the man or the dog? Why do you think so? 13. Why is the man forced to build a fire? Pg. 84 14. Why must a man with wet feet not fail in his first attempt to build a fire? 15. Reread lines 216-258. What new conflict with the setting is the man experiencing? 12
Pg. 85 16. What pattern can you see in the man s attitude and behavior in lines 259-276? 17. What happened to the man s fire? 18. At this point in the story, do you think the man will be able to build a fire quickly enough to save his feet? Why do you think so? Pg. 86 19. Describe the man s actions in lines 338-344. 20. Why does the man think that he is no better off? Pg. 87 21. How does the man s attitude toward the old-timer s advice change? Pg. 88 22. Why does the man s fire go out? 23. What idea comes into the man s head in lines 388-391? 24. How does the dog respond to the man? Why does the animal act this way? 13
Pg. 89 25. Why can t the man kill his dog? 26. What has the man s struggle become? Pg. 90 27. Reread lines 473-482. What has the man decided to do? What does his decision tell you about his character? Pg. 91 28. Do you think the dog will share the man s fate? Why do you think so? 29. Is the title of this story appropriate? If so, explain why To Build A Fire is a good title. If you disagree, what would be a better title for the story? 14
To Build A Fire JACK LONDON Survival Kit Project Directions: Imagine that you are going to embark on a journey through the Yukon. What are the top TEN most important things for you to pack in your survival kit? Using a piece of paper, draw and label each of the items you imagined. Requirements: ü Title of your work try for a title more original than My Survival Kit! ;-) ü Title AND author of the story (spelled CORRECTLY!) ü Include ten different visual elements ü Finished product should be neat, fully colored, and reflect the effort you put into it Requirements Neatness Color Comments: Description Finished product meets all of the assigned requirements Finished product is neat and reflects the time and effort the student put into the assignment Finished product is fully colored and is pleasing to the eye Point Value / 10 / 10 / 5 / 25 15
To Build A Fire JACK LONDON Name: Block: Quarter 1 Math Activity 16