Gatsby Chapter Six

November 5, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret the meaning.

Interpret the American Dream of the characters based on textual evidence.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret its meaning.

I can interpret the American Dream of the the characters using textual evidence.

Starter:

TPEQEA Comparison

With your peers, find someone that wrote their TPEQEA paragraph on the same symbol as you.

Compare interpretations.

In your starter folder, compare and contrast the symbols and representations between you and your partner. 

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Great Gatsby Chapter Six 

As a class, we will read chapter six

As we are reading, identify characteristics of Gatsby.

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Audiobook

Discussion Questions

Compare and contrast James Gatz to Jay Gatsby.

Examine the role of Dan Cody in relation to Gatsby.

Evaluate Gatsby's character in various social situations.

Critique Gatsby's latest party.  Why doesn't Daisy like it?

2.  Venn Diagram 

 As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences.

3.  Facebook

With a partner, you both are responsible for creating a Facebook for Jay Gatsby.

Use information from chapters 1-6.

The profile must include:

A Profile Picture

Status Update

Basic Information

Birth date

Birth place 

Schooling

Job

Relationship Status

Family

Timeline

Must include at least 10 events that show the transition of Gatz to Gatsby.

Friends

At least three possible friends

Closure:

Determine whether or not your opinion of Gatsby has changed with this new information.

Why or why not?

Gatsby ch. 5 Continued

November 4, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret the meaning.

Interpret the American Dream of the characters based on textual evidence.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret its meaning.

I can interpret the American Dream of the the characters using textual evidence.

Starter:

Summarize the first half of chapter five from yesterday.

You can include information involving setting, characterization, major events, etc.

The summary should be between 2-3 sentences.

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Great Gatsby Chapter Five 

As a class, we will read chapter five

As we are reading, identify examples of symbolism and ideas of American Dream.

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Audiobook

Discussion Questions

Reason why Nick decides to invite Daisy over for tea.

Reason why Gatsby makes over Nick's house.

Characterize Gatsby throughout this chapter.

Describe the nature of his actions and evaluate his American Dream.

2.  Venn Diagram 

 As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences.

3. TPEQEA

Individually, you will respond to the writing prompt below.

Make sure that you take time to reflect on the symbols in The Great Gatsby, and identify one that you can analyze.

Remember, you must include a QUOTE from the novel.

Prompt:

Identify one symbol in the novel The Great Gatsby.

Analyze what the symbol represents and explain the overall meaning.

Closure:

Using the learning target (front bulletin board) give yourself a self-evaluation on identifying symbols.

1- lost

2- sometimes understanding but still difficult

3- hitting target but not consistent

4- I really understand

Explain why you placed yourself at that level. 

Status and The American Dream SS Alt.Assign

November 3, 2015

TOPIC

Analyze how social status and identity impacts one's ability to achieve the American Dream.

Then, draw conclusions as to whether or not it is possible for everyone to achieve the American Dream.

Resources

CNN- Myth of the American Dream

CNN- Who Still Believes in the American Dream?

Chasing the Dream

State of the American Dream

Answer each of the above questions in separate TPEQEA paragraphs.

(Total of 2 TPEQEA paragraphs)

Use the articles above to support yourself.

YOU MUST INCLUDE A QUOTE.

You should also turn in your Cornell notes from the notes you took.

Due: November 12, 2015

Chapter Four Continued

November 3, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret the meaning.

Interpret the American Dream of the characters based on textual evidence.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret its meaning.

I can interpret the American Dream of the the characters using textual evidence.

Starter:

Editing Double Entry Notes

With your partner, find another pairing to compare your double entry notes to.

Share the quotes and reactions that you included in your notes. 

Analyze the quotes they selected to represent the main ideas. 

Make an edits that you deem necessary.

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Chalk Talk

Individually and silently, respond to the questions on the appropriate paper.

Make sure that you are answering the questions fully.

(This should require more than a one word response.)

After you answer all the questions, take a second lap around the room to read through your classmates responses.

Questions

Evaluate whether or not you believe Jay Gatsby's story.

Essentially, is he who he says he is.

Characterize Mr. Wolfshiem.  Evaluate his role in relation to the plot.

Summarize the past of Gatsby and Daisy.

Predict what will happen between Gatsby and Daisy.

Justify whether or not you would arrange the tea party if you were in Nick's shoes.

2.  Great Gatsby Chapter Five 

As a class, we will read chapter five

As we are reading, identify examples of symbolism and ideas of American Dream.

Gatsby Online Edition

Audiobook

Discussion Questions

Reason why Nick decides to invite Daisy over for tea.

Reason why Gatsby makes over Nick's house.

Characterize Gatsby throughout this chapter.

Describe the nature of his actions and evaluate his American Dream.

Closure:

Select one character from this chapter (Nick, Daisy, Gatsby), if you were in their shoes, what would you do in this situation?

  

Gatsby Chapter Four

November 2, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret the meaning.

Interpret the American Dream of the characters based on textual evidence.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret its meaning.

I can interpret the American Dream of the the characters using textual evidence.

Starter:

In chapter three, we were finally introduced to Jay Gatsby.

Using the text, infer what his American Dream is.

Use as much detail as possible. 

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Partner Read Chapter Four

With a partner you will be responsible for reading pages 68-75.

For every two pages that you read, identify a quote that exemplifies the main idea.

Make sure to copy the quote on one side, and on the other side, write your reaction or interpretation.

2.  Discussion Questions

Evaluate whether or not you believe Jay Gatsby's story.

Essentially, is he who he says he is.

Characterize Mr. Wolfshiem.  Evaluate his role in relation to the plot.

Summarize the past of Gatsby and Daisy.

Infer Gatsby's American Dream.

3. Venn Diagram 

 As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences.

Closure:

Predict what will happen between Gatsby and Daisy.

How does this relate to the American Dream that you described in the starter.

Benchmark 10/29

October 30, 2015

E.Q: Demonstrate knowledge of skills (literary devices and main ideas) developed throughout this semester.

Obj: I can demonstrate my knowledge of skills developed throughout this semester. 

Starter:

Free Write Friday

1/2 page

Double-spaced

or respond to the following prompt:

Activity:

1.  Benchmark 10/29

You are responsible for completing this benchmark by Thursday, November 5.

You are required to receive a minimum score of 80%.

You have unlimited attempts, but remember there will also be options for remediation.

This will also receive credit in the gradebook.

You must have this complete by Thursday, November 5.

Closure:

Many of the questions on todays benchmark cover the skills that we have worked on this semester.

Evaluate whether or not you are making progress.

Why or why not?

Chapter Three and Benchmark

October 29, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret the meaning.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret its meaning.

Starter:

Summarize The Great Gatsby chapter three from the reading in class on Tuesday.

Remember, we only read about half of the chapter.

Consider the imagery and character details. 

Complete the summary in 3-5 sentences.

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Read Chapter Three of The Great Gatsby

As a class, we will read chapter three

As we are reading, identify examples of symbolism.

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Audiobook

Discussion Questions

Identify several examples of imagery in chapter three.

Evaluate how minor characters characterize Gatsby and then compare it to Nick's description.

Draw your own conclusions on Gatsby's character. 

Analyze the behaviors of the character.  Explain the reasoning behind their actions.

Evaluate the depiction of the American Dream. 

2. Watch The Great Gatsby

As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences to add on to chapter one. 

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3.  Benchmark 10/29

You are responsible for completing this benchmark by Thursday, November 5.

You are required to receive a minimum score of 80%.

You have unlimited attempts, but remember there will also be options for remediation.

This will also receive credit in the gradebook.

You must have this complete by Thursday, November 5.

Closure:

Many of the questions on todays benchmark cover the skills that we have worked on this semester.

Evaluate whether or not you are making progress.

Why or why not?