Diction!

Today's Goal: Recognizing the intended meaning of a word and understanding how connotations can affect the imagery and tone of literature.

The Plan:

1. Read!
2. Learn about diction (if you are absent, you'll need to get the work from me.)
3. Read some of House on Mango Street together

Homework:

• Read House on Mango Street pg. 21-27:
• "Meme Ortiz" 
• "Louie, His Cousin, and His Other Cousin"
• "Marin"
• STICKY NOTES: One for each chapter. Flag a quote that relates to a thematic concept on your House on Mango Street Bookmark
• Quiz tomorrow - House on Mango Street pg. 12-27
• Letter to Future Self - bring it in tomorrow! We'll seal it in an envelope!
• Literary Devices Quiz on Thursday, December 10