Monday, December 10, 2012

Marking Period 2 Alternative Assignments

Students may complete any of the following assignments to replace a failing grade for marking period 2. The highest grade received will be a 65. 

1. "The Gift of the Magi"

Read "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry, then write a 225 word response to it, including:

75 words summarizing the plot
75 words explaining how the story conveyed irony
75 words explaining whether you believe Jim and Della were foolish or wise.

This essay must be typed, and a hard copy must be handed in to receive credit!

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2. "A Christmas Memory"

Answer the following essay in two paragraphs, typed.
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Discuss intergenerational friendships. Do Buddy and his friend have an admirable relationship? Is age just a number, or are there boundaries that should not be crossed? Is Capote's depiction of friendship in this story realistic? What does Buddy get out of his friendship with the old woman, and what does she get out of her friendship with Buddy?

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