I can analyze character motivation in a drama

I can analyze character motivation in a drama. I can relate a work of literature to the important ideas of its setting. I can analyze historical and cultural influences on a work of literature. I can interpret important themes in a drama. Honors English 3 October 13 1

Use a colon between two sentences when the second one summarizes or explains the first. Example: His explanation for being late was believable: He had a flat tire on the way. • Those hanging lamps are the most popular kind they are inexpensive come in many colors and are easy to install. • From 1970 to 1981 one parent families doubled in number however two parent families in 1981 still comprised nearly 80 percent of families with children. • Our local paper, the Morning Ledger always carries certain features comics advice columns and a crossword puzzle. • Legislators were in a difficult position they had to finance demand for increased services without calling for increased taxes. 2

The Scarlet Letter and The Crucible • Take The Scarlet Letter test • Finish reading Act II of The Crucible • What are some possible themes that develop the ideas of • Revenge • Hypocrisy • Opportunism 3

Mini Mc. Carthyism research • Arthur Miller wrote The Crucible in 1957, during the height of the Red Scare. He meant the play to be taken as a metaphor for the political situation at the time. • Each of you will be given a small part to “research” about Mc. Carthyism and the Red Scare. • Be prepared to share your discoveries at the next class, teaching the class about your small area of expertise. 4