Thursday, February 23, 2017

Blog Post 28: ANOTHER ONE. Major Key.

What do you think of Abelard's character? Why might Diaz choose to incorporate his point of view in the order which he does? What does this explain about character's personalities and histories? Do you think that this text would be of the same quality if Diaz did not incorporate all of these separate narratives? Why or why not?

Please be sure to include textual evidence with proper MLA citations. Additionally, please be sure to proofread before submitting.

Your blog post is due Thursday, February 23 (A) / Sunday, February 26 (B) by 11:59pm with a minimum of 250 words.

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Blog Post 27: Yunior Junot

This blog is for pages 167 - 201: What do you think about Yunior as a character? Why does Diaz decide to tell this portion of the story through Yunior's character? How is this portrayal of Oscar similar and different through Yunior's eyes?

Please use textual evidence to support your claims. Additionally, PLEASE PROOFREAD.

Your blog post is due February 21 (A) / February 22 (B) by 11:59pm with a minimum of 250 words.

Thursday, February 9, 2017

Blog Post 26: The GREAT Diaz

In this blog post, you will write a letter to Junot Diaz. Things to write to him would be how much you like his book (if you don't - lie). Talk about how you may like his writing style, the story of certain characters or characters that you may really like, etc. Please make your letter at least 250 words. Also, make your case as to why he should come speak to us at South Mecklenburg High School. Send him an e-mail to junot@mit.edu and screenshot the e-mail when you send it to him.

Also - send him a message on his facebook account, if you have facebook. :) We're trying to get good 'ol Professor Diaz HERE.

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, FOR THE LOVE OF EVERYTHING HOLY - proofread. Proofread. Proofread. Quote any impactful lines as well.

This is due at 11:59pm on Thursday, February 9 (A) / Sunday, February 12 (B) with a minimum of 250 words.

Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Blog Post 25: Clap the Red Heels, Maybe Trujillo GOES HOME

How does Trujillo weave his way into this narrative and how does it affect Beli's atmosphere? How does the inclusion of Trujillo enhance the tone (in order for you to answer this question, you must determine the tone of the follow section)? How does Beli's idea of love evolve in this section? Do you feel like you understand why she is so hard on Lola yet or do we not have enough information?

Please use textual evidence to support your answer AND please proofread before submitting your blog.

Your blog post is due Tuesday, February 7 (A) / Wednesday, February 8 (B) by 11:59pm with a minimum of 250 words.

Sunday, February 5, 2017

Blog Post 24: Free as the Carribbean Wind

There are SO many things to discuss from the first half of Belicia's narrative! I'm going to allow you to talk about any topics you find most important. Additionally, find an image that best describes this section of your reading and attach it to your blog post. Explain why you chose that image.

Please use textual evidence. Please proofread.

Your blog post is due Sunday, February 5 (A)/ Monday, February 6 (B) by 11:59pm with a minimum of 250 word.

Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Blog Post 23: Feisty Mama

Talk about Lola as a character - what are your thoughts on her? How is she different from Oscar? Why do you believe Diaz decides to shift the point of view from another character? What are your thoughts of Belicia, Lola and Oscar's mother? Describe Lola and Belicia's relationship? Do you see any parallels or major differences from your life?

PLEASE BE SURE TO USE TEXTUAL EVIDENCE.

Your blog post is due February 1 (A) / February 2 (B) by 11:59pm with a minimum of 250 words.