English 10H: Ms. Lefebvre slefebvre@ elmhurst205.org

This blog is intended for the use of English 10H students in Ms. Lefebvre's class during the 2006-2007 school year. Please check this blog frequently -- you will find it to be an enormously helpful resource to obtain homework assignments, reading calendars, and various other learning materials.

Thursday, September 21, 2006

Homework: 9/21

ASSIGNMENT #1 : Candy Wars REFLECTION

Based on your notes from the "Candy Wars" activity, write a claim in response to the following question: "Which 'Candy Wars' argument was most effective?"

Then, write one paragraph supporting how/why this argument is true.

* Make sure your paragraph is based on ONE element of effective argumentation (reasons, evidence, explanations or warrants). *

This will be assessed to determine your understanding of effective argumentation, and will consequently be worth 10 points.

ASSIGNMENT #2:

To begin our short exploration of how parenting can affect the construction of one's identity, please complete the parenting survey for tomorrow. Be prepared to discuss your thoughts on the matter!