Last week we initiated discussion on our core "foundational literary terms" in class.  These are the terms that you will see in guiding questions, on tests, on essay prompts, and in feedback from me.  The ideal scenario is that you will begin to incorporate them into your work as well, either in direct discussion or illustrated through their usage.

-theme
-tone
-mood
-imagery
-big picture
-universal quality
-voice
-characterization
-setting
-conflict
-irony

Today:
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No Red Ink: create account and take first diagnostic
Read By the Waters of Babylon by Stephen Vincent Benet
Familiarize yourself with the 5 Step Paragraph Model

10H
G-Class read and respond
5 step paragraph model
F451 questions in class (pg. 24-50)

Next Guiding Question Set: (pg 48-68)

What revelation about life does Montag have when he sees the woman intentionally set herself on fire?

Ironically, what is Mildred’s reaction to Montag’s wish to discuss the woman?

When Beatty comes to check up on Montag, he has both a literal/direct message about being a fireman and an implied/indirect message more specific to Montag. Identify each.

What is the “beetle” and what does Mildred enjoy doing in it when she feels bothered like Montag is feeling? What does this illustrate and reinforce about Mildred?

Why does Montag feel it is necessary to not only admit to reading and show Mildred his books, but also to read to her?

What effect does Clarisse continue to have on Montag, even after her death?

Why is it significant that Bradbury has Clarisse die so early in the book?

According to Clarisse’s uncle, why are there no more front porches, or gardens, or rocking chairs?