Monday, September 25th

1. The sub will hand out copies of today's reading. You will need to return these at the end of the class period. Read- Pages 291-294, 295-298. Take effective notes. YOU MAY HAVE A QUIZ on this reading on Tuesday!

2. Read two examples of descriptive writing on pages 300 and 301… pay specific attention to the comments in the margins, as they are highlighting the specific techniques you have just learned.

3. After noting the techniques, reading examples of effective usage of these techniques, here is your chance to practice. Bring your writing sample to class on Tuesday.

Describe the inside of your car, your bedroom, your family’s kitchen, or any other room in which you spend a great deal of time. Appeal to the senses, use active verbs, and use simile.