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Book Talk Presentation

11C Midyear Exam

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Book Talk Presentation

Junior College English Midyear Exam
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Actively read a book, reflect on what you learned, & present to class

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Book Talk

  • Read a book & annotate as you read
  • Write a 1-2 page reflection
  • Present your reflection to the class
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1. Active Reading

Approved strategies for annotating your chosen text!
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Double Entry Reading Journal

Double Entry Reading Journal

  • Divide page into 2 columns
  • Left side: quotes with page numbers
  • Right side: your thoughts, questions, connections, etc
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Sticky Notes

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Sticky Notes

  • Have a stack of sticky notes with you while you read
  • Write your thoughts, questions, connections
  • Be sure to write the page # on the sticky note!
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2. Written Reflection

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Written Reflection

  • MLA heading
  • Title of work, author, & genre in intro (t.a.g.)
  • Background information on author
  • How does this work reflect the period in which it was written?

Written Reflection

  • Choose 5 "sentence starters"
  • Write a brief reflection for each
  • Underline, highlight, or bold sentence starters

Sentence Starters

  • I wonder..
  • I was reminded of..
  • I think..
  • I'm surprised that..
  • I'd like to know..
  • I realized..
  • If I were...
  • The central theme(s) is/are..
  • One consequence of ___ could be..
  • Although it seems..
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Use 3 or more significant quotations from the novel to support your reflection

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Works Cited Page

  • All sources used or consulted
  • Such as an article about the time period or biography about the author must be cited
  • No exams will be accepted/graded without a proper works cited page!
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3. Presentation

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5 minute presentation

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Content

  • 3 key facts about author
  • Summary of novel
  • 5 sentence starters from paper
  • Clear connection to novel's time period
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Organization & Appearance

  • Presentation emailed to teacher on time
  • Easy to read and audience-friendly
  • 1 topic per slide
  • Organized bullet points
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Speaking

  • Complete, fluent sentences
  • Pronounce words correctly
  • Uses appropriate pauses
  • Emphasizes key words
  • Demonstrates enthusiasm for topic
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Read and Annotate: 100 points
Reflect and Present:
100 points

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