Ms. H. Aulakh

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   Nov 14

ENGLISH 9 – 2.1

HOMEWORK: Due Thurs Notebook – will be collected. Make sure you’ve updated the Table of Contents, completed the Journals & worksheets, and glued in all the sheets. In-class Writing Test – Topic: Discuss your top 3 values. Here’s a link of common core values for you to consider— click here —> List of Core Values.  Remember […]

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   Nov 14

ENGLISH 11 – 1.3/2.2

HOMEWORK: Due THURS/FRI Satire – 2nd draft – add, delete, improve your ideas.  Type it & print it off. Journal #5 – – “Totem” – Satire – What is Thomas King satirizing in the story “Totem”?  Are his criticisms valid or fair?  Explain your opinion.  King is discussing issues of stereotyping and race, is satire an […]

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   Nov 08

ENGLISH 9 – 2.1

HOMEWORK: Due Tuesday Values Pkg – finish all of the readings, highlight, & do any Qs  Notebook: p. 29-30 – 2nd draft – Journal #4 – Should Students be Rewarded for Effort – 3 paragraphs: Intro, Body, Conclusion.  Put all the pieces we’ve been learning & practice together in this 2nd draft. Your Notebooks will […]

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   Nov 08

ENGLISH 10 -1.1/1.2

HOMEWORK: Due Thurs “I Am Here Today Because I Am Gay” Speech – read & highlight Here are some videos to watch & consider regarding Identity & Ellen Page’s speech — click here —> Ellen Page Speech AND Ellen on Ellen AND Mini Movie: Imagine a World Where Being Gay was the Norm AND Ted Talk: Morgana Bailey AND Ted Talk: Geena Rocero AND Ted Talks: […]

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   Nov 07

ENGLISH 10 – 1.1/1.2

HOMEWORK: Due Tuesday Identity Project – Part 1 & 2 – Rough copies of each assignment – will be collected Good copy of 1 Journal – Due Thursday – typed, double spaced, MLA format, your own title, multi-paragraph, good discussion, min. 1 page (250-300 words)  

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   Nov 02

ENGLISH 10 -1.1/1.2

HOMEWORK: Due Friday Journals #1-5 – in order, labelled, your own title, pen, double-spaced, multi-paragraph, good discussion (1 pg. min.), edited. Identity Project – rough work (notes, brainstorm, resources, etc.) for Parts 1 & 2.  You’ll have all class to work, so make sure you bring whatever you might need to complete rough copies for […]

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   Nov 02

ENGLISH 11 – 1.3/2.2

HOMEWORK: Due Thurs/Fri Journals # 1-4 – collect – in order, labelled & with your own title, pen, double-spaced, edited, multi-paragraph, good discussion. In-class Essay – Topic: Compare & contrast traditions in “Jade Peony” by W. Choy & “The Lottery” by S. Jackson. You will be allowed to use the outline worksheet I gave you […]

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   Oct 27

ENGLISH 9 – 2.1

HOMEWORK: Due Tuesday Journal #4 – Should Students be Rewarded for Effort – Notebook: p. 20 – 21 – 1st draft – Write a 5 paragraph essay, but focus on your 3 body paragraphs (Good Topic Sentences & strong supporting details).  You can use the review in the text to help.  Here are some videos to help you with […]

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   Oct 27

ENGLISH 11 – 1.3/2.2

HOMEWORK: Due Tues/Wed ANYONE who missed the terms quiz last class, MUST come in on MONDAY at lunch to write it.  It will take 10-15 mins & you will need blue/black pen, and NOTE for your absence.  Journal #4 – “The Lottery”: Story vs. Movie – What do the events of the story say about […]

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   Oct 27

ENGLISH 10 – 1.1/1.2

HOMEWORK: Due Monday “Behind the Veil” – Qs & Lit Circle role sheet #5 (challenge yourself to have at least 1 thoughtful discussion Q) Get caught up! – Journals #1-4 & all the Lit Circle Role sheets

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