"Chicago" and "Grass" by Carl Sandburg

Attention Juniors

To receive credit for today's post answer the following question using 2-3 complete sentences and specific details.

1. Why do you think Sandburg chose to write the poem from the Grass's perspective? If he wrote from a person's point of view how would the meaning change?

2. Use 3 KEY WORDS to describe Chicago in the 1920's. Think back to the photo gallery, Sandburg Bio, and reading "Chicago".

"Homeless" by Anna Quindlen

Attention Seniors

To receive credit for visiting Miss Bratt's blog answer the following question.

After studying Quindlen's view on homelessnes, viewing current news articles, and writing your essay, what are you taking from the in depth look at the issue?
Be specific.

Let's Get it Started

Welcome to Miss Bratt's English 11/12 blog. The blog is intended to be a resource and tool for you during the semester. Check the blog and posted links to view assignments and missed material during absence from class.

Your participation in the blog is as follows. . .

-Students are required to leave comments on a weekly basis as questions and discussion are posted.

-Extra Credit given to students who take part in formatting, posting, and editing the blog.


To receive credit for this week, answer the following question...

What was the main concept you learned this week? Be specific and use complete sentences in your comment.