28 October 2013 English I Honors

1. Objective: Construct effective closing sentences by using varied language to relate back to the subject and point from the topic sentence. 28 October 2013 English I Honors Do Now: Read the following sample body paragraph, and then select the best sentence from the following options to serve as the closing sentence. Edgar Allan Poe’s works are renowned for their unique ability to inspire fear within audiences through the skillful implementation of imagery. Within “The Cask of Amontillado,” Poe establishes an eerie setting, describing the Montressor family vaults as having “long walls of piled skeletons, with casks and puncheons intermingling, into the inner most recesses of the catacombs” (Poe 135). Images of death, decay, and wine subtly serve to reinforce the plot structure as the malevolent narrator uses the esteemed Amontillado to lure Fortunato to his untimely death. As the characters descend deeper into the catacombs, ‘the nitre… increases… hangs like moss upon the vaults… below the river’s bed… drops of moisture trickle among the bones’” (Poe 135). Macabre images paint a scene in the reader’s mind that reinforces the sinister tone and fear of impending death. Suspense builds as the plot progresses and the characters become more and more isolated within this dreary setting. A. Use of imagery to build a tone of suspense is Poe’s strong suit. B. Crafting images that lend a disconcerting air enable Poe to develop fear within his works. C. Carefully crafted images that elicit feelings of unease, and contribute to the development of suspense, distinguish Poe from his contemporaries. D. Careful attention to detail in the crafting of his images distinguishes Poe from his contemporaries through his unique ability to elicit fear within his readers.

2. Objective: Construct effective closing sentences by using varied language to relate back to the subject and point from the topic sentence. Agenda Prompt: In a formal multi-paragraph written response, illustrate how 2 – 3 authors from the short story unit successfully employs 2 – 3 literary elements into one of the works read for class. Integrate text references within your response to demonstrate how use of these elements contributed to the overall effect of the work. “The Most Dangerous Game” by Richard Connell “The Gift of the Magi” by O.Henry “The Necklace” by Guy DeMaupassant “The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe Evidence: Select textual evidence from the short story to exemplify successful use of specific elements. -Narrative Response Revisions* -Teacher Conferencing.

3. Objective: Construct effective closing sentences by using varied language to relate back to the subject and point from the topic sentence. . Samples: Figurative language, dialogue, and situational irony are successfully employed within both Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Cask of Amontillado” and O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi” to engage the reader in a memorable sensory experience. Element: Figurative Language Montressor’s vaults are described as having “long walls of piled skeletons, with casks and puncheons intermingling, into the inmost recesses of the catacombs… ‘The nitre… increases… hangs like moss upon the vaults… below the river’s bed… drops of moisture trickle among the bones’” (Poe 135). Building the Connection: This lends to an eerie feeling throughout the piece OR Images of death and decay are skillfully crafted and entwined throughout Poe’s description of the catacombs, establishing an eerie tone, and inciting fear in the reader.

4. Objective: Construct effective closing sentences by using varied language to relate back to the subject and point from the topic sentence. Exit Slip – Transcribe a revised example of evidence and support onto the “Exit Slip” then preform the following task. • Circle the literary element of focus where it appears. 2. Underline the specific reference to the example.

5. Objective: Construct effective closing sentences by using varied language to relate back to the subject and point from the topic sentence. Closure: Exit Slip – Transcribe a revised example of a topic sentence with a corresponding closing sentence.