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What are archetypes?
The Hero
https://vimeo.com/140767141
Archetypes vs Characterization (Direct + Indirect)
Archetypes vs Characterization
(Direct/Indirect)
Plot Circle
Establish a Plot Circle for a movie/novel you know, point out at least 3 archetypal characters of that movie/novel in your notebook.
Standard plot structure too limited, many events occur in longer stories and movies.
1st Person
2nd Person
3rd Person
Perspective (Narration)
THEME
- Not described in only one word.
- Universal concept that is much bigger than the story.
- The message the author/filmmaker is trying to convey to the audience.
How to find a theme:
- Look at the central conflict, which opposing forces win and why?
- Look at the protagonist's journey, how does he/she change throughout the story.
-Character may blatantly say the overall theme somewhere in the novel/movie.
ROTTEN AVOCADOS Review (40 Points)
-Make a 3 - 5 paragraph analysis where you summarize and analyze different aspects of your summer reading novel.
-Make sure to include:
-Plot Circle/Summary
-Plot Archetype/Character Archetypes (1 plot) (3 characters)
- Recurring Themes (2)
- Personal opinion. Review 1 to 5 stars.
-Make sure to:
-Stay on topic, have clear audio, speak in proper English (no foul language). Points will be taken off if instructions are not followed. Include clear transitions, video text, use of images (5 minimum) this review may be used publicly.
-Print out Rubric and bring it to class for evaluation on presentation day.
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Focus: Argumentative Writing
Essay Structure:
Go to Fahrenheit 451 Prezi
Persuasion is clearly a sort of demonstration, since we are most fully persuaded when we consider a thing to have been demonstrated.
- Aristotle
Identify use of ethos, logos and Pathos
https://www.nytimes.com/2014/01/14/opinion/rap-lyrics-on-trial.html
Ethos, Logos, Pathos
Transitional words/sentences
Test your transitional knowledge
http://www.mdc.edu/Kendall/collegeprep/documents2/TRANSITIONAL%20WORDS%20AND%20PHRASESrevised815.pdf
To show Similarities Words/Expressions to Use
Similarity also, in the same way, just as, likewise, similarly
Exception/Contrast But, however, in spite of, on the one hand, on the other hand, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, in contrast, on the contrary, still yet
Sequence/Order First, second, third…, next, then, finally
Time After, afterward, at last, before, currently, during, earlier, immediately, later, meanwhile, now, recently, simultaneously, subsequently, then
Example For example, for instance, namely, specifically, to illustrate
Emphasis Even, indeed, in fact, of course, truly, without question, clearly,
Place/Position Above, adjacent, below, beyond, here, in front, in back, nearby, there
Cause and Effect Accordingly, consequently, hence, so, therefore, thus
Additional Support or Evidence Additionally, again, also, and, as well, besides, equally important, further, furthermore, in addition, moreover, then
Conclusion/Summary Finally, in a word, in brief, briefly, in conclusion, in the end, in the final analysis, on the whole, thus, to conclude, to summarize, in sum, to sum up, in summary
- You are going to compare and contrast your novels with another film, novel, or short story.
- You will write an argumentative essay that compares and contrasts the following points:
-Archetypal plot structures and characters.
-Similarities and differences in plot structure.
-Excerpts or scenes that make these comparable
-Themes
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You will need to establish at least (3) similar aspects, and (3) differences. Make sure to include transitions, thesis statement. Intro, Body, Conclusion.
Times New Roman (12) Double Space. 5 paragraph minimum.
Comparison and Contrast Essay (50 points)
Before making an outline: Make a Venn Diagram. (15 points)
You will need to hand in:
-Essay Rubric - (Print it out) Discuss
-Essay on turnitin.com
-Essay Outline
-Venn Diagram (Compare and Contrast)
Date will be determined by the teacher.
8 Point Story Arc
A)Unexpected challenges and obstacles.
B) Critical Choice + Tension
C)Outcome of climax
E) Direct result of trigger.
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F) New Stasis
G) Event happening outside of character's control.
H) Everyday life.
I) Conclusion
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Introduction to Storytelling
Write descriptively
Short Story Project
Write a Short Story based on your novel. It can be an alternate universe in the text, a fictional happening of the novel you studied.
a) This short story will contain 5 paragraphs.
b) 5-6 complete sentences per paragraph.
c) It has to be typed in. Times New Roman 12. Double SPACE!
d) Plot Sequence: Use the 8 Plot Arcs to Guide your writing.
e) At least 3 uses of literary devices: Metaphors, Personification, Analogies, Imagery, hyperbole, etc.
f) Vivid Development of Setting and time. More than just "the character is in a room"
g) 3 main characters, 2-3 secondary characters.
h) Print out Rubric