April 22nd, 2013

4/22/13

In Class:
Journal--  Respond to the following quote: "When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world." - John Muir

GMX--  Run-Ons, Comma Splices, Fragments, and Complete Sentences
How to Correct a Run-On or Comma Splice
Ex.: Tuna fish sandwiches are disgusting I prefer PB&J.
1) Make the two independent clauses into two sentences.
Tuna fish sandwiches are disgusting. I prefer PB&J.
2) Use a colon (:) or a semi-colon (;) -- whichever is appropriate.
Tuna fish sandwiches are disgusting; I prefer PB&J.
3) Coordination (Conjunction: FANBOYS)
Tuna fish sandwiches are disgusting so I prefer PB&J.
4) Subordination (Conjunction: independent becomes dependent).
Because tuna fish sandwiches are disgusting, I prefer PB&J.

Instruction in the use of thesis statements: T3 format.
T: General topic, position, idea, or argument
3: Lay out three related but separate support ideas or dimensions.
Ex.: T: Wool sweaters are the best 3: fuzzy, warm, and super hip. T3: Wool sweaters are the best because they are fuzzy, warm, and super hip. Alternatively, Wool sweaters are the best because they are comfortable and fashionable, or Wool sweaters are the best because they make me feel good and look good.

Students worked independently on midterms, missing work, or homework.

Exit ticket: Approximately what percentage of your midterm have you completed?

Homework:
Midterm!
Missing work?
Missing journals?
Read "The Rich Brother" by Tobias Wolff by May 1st.