4/23

Read: CH. 5 & 6
Quiz: CH 5 only

Extra Credit

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Reading/Discussion questions for Sonny's Blues

Think about the following questions while you read the selection from James Baldwin's Sonny's Blues. Complete this worksheet for extra credit. Will replace one quiz grade.

1.                  How would you describe the narrator's attitude towards music/life in general? Is he conservative (likes to hold by rules, tends to do what is expected of him), or does he go against society? Write 2-4 sentences, and be sure to cite specific evidence from the text!

2.                  What about Sonny? As above, write 2-4 sentences, and be sure to cite specific evidence.

3.                  Would you say Sonny and the narrator generally understand each others' point of view, or not? 2-4 sentences, cite specific evidence.

4. There are flashbacks in the story you are reading. Compared to the “linear” nature of most stories (the events occur in chronological order), how does the “mixed-up” order of events relate to Jazz music? Be creative, and cite specific evidence.

4/16

Create an annotated bibliography.  Find three sources related to the following topics.  One source must come from JSTOR or EBSCOhost.  Make sure that you are trying your best to find reliable information, especially from certain “newsworthy” sources.  Read the material and provide a brief synopsis/summary for each article or source in your annotation.  Print and be ready to turn in on Tuesday. Here are your options:

Gun Reform

• Any issues related to gun laws and or reform
• Gun violence
• Statistical information related to guns, firearms
• Race and guns

Women’s Rights /LGBTQIA

• Issues related to abortion rights
• Issues related to the #metoo movement
• Inequalities related to gender

Environment

• Issues related to environmental reform
• Issues related to emission standards and pollution
• Issues related to climate change

Immigration

• Issues related to reform
• Issues related to border security
• Issues related to border culture

Essay & Argumentative Checklist Due: 4/16

• Make sure that you address the objectives of each argumentative mode (Toulmin or Rogerian).  
• Follow the flow chart on page 132 or 140 of your textbook
• 5 pgs. along with your updated annotated bibliography
• 12pt font
• Times New Roman
• Double Spaced
• No Late Assignments Will Be Accepted