English 11 - Mr. Jeremias

Their Eyes Were Watching God

Possible paper topics:

Janie's changing perspective throughout the novel
the evolution of identity
the affects of "others" expectations
striving toward achieving one's dream
defining a hero/heroine
the power of language, voice and storytelling
love as an essential part of life
symbolism as a vehicle for expressing the novel's themes

To research the above topics - use the link below to access articles and critiques about this novel. Using this database, you can search for information with the title, the author's name or using literary themes.
You can use sources directly related to this article or you may find articles that discuss themes you wish to explore that are related to other works.

Literature Resource Center

How Much Is That Car In The Window? - Mr. Adams & Ms. Jacobs

Use the following links to evaluate the cost for new and used vehicles.

Kelly Blue Book
Using this site, you can find the value of new and used cars based on condition, features and mileage - this site is used by insurance adjusters and car dealerships to assess the value of cars that have been totaled in accidents and for trade in values.

Yahoo Cars
Look at used cars for sale or build a brand new car and get a quote for a dealership

Edmunds
Another site to review used and new vehicles - reviews - very well known and trusted source of auto information

BMW Dealership
Build a new car and get a quote or search used vehicle inventory

Exotic Car Dealer
Here are a few reasons to stay in school and work hard :)

Ms. Brady - 11th Grade English

To complete your assignment please use the following links to search for information on a book or author - including literary criticisms.

Literature Resource Center

This resource is a database that contains information about different works of literature and literary criticisms and analysis.
To search, you can use the name of the work (Title), the author's name (try last name, first name), or you can try to search by a literary theme or issues that the author used in the work.


Contemporary Literary Criticisms

This is another database that may contain useful information about the author or book that you read - you can do a quick seach by title or author to see if the database can help you.

Please be aware that this library contains MANY books of criticisms for many different authors!!

Their Eyes Were Watching God

Ms. Farrell's Grade 11 English Class


You will be writing an essay for this novel.

Topic: As a reader, you witnessed notable changes in the main character. Trace Janie's development through each of her marriages. Consider why she marrys each man, what she expects to gain, and what she learns from each relationship.

Responsibilities: 5 paragraph essay - Intro, 3 body paragraphs and a Conclusion
****each paragraph should have at least one direct quote from the book***

Help: Use the following link to gain access to a literary database that will contain information, criticisms and scholarly articles on Their Eyes Were Watching God as well as information about the author (Zora Neale Hurston) and literary themes you may wish to explore in your writing.

Literature Reference Center

Senior English - Literary Analysis Paper

Ms. Frishman's Literary Analysis Paper

Literature Resource Center

This resource is a database that contains information about different works of literature and literary criticisms and analysis.
To search, you can use the name of the work (Title), the author's name (try last name, first name) or you can try to search by a literary theme or issues that the author used in the work

Suffolk Library Web

You can also use this database collection for research. When you enter this site, click on E Resources on the left hand side. You will use the barcode: 21248001400456 and the password jordan to access the database collection. Look for information concerning your author or the title of the work you read under Literature Reference Center.

Lastly, your High School library contains many print resources concerning the author or the work that you read. The library staff is ready to help you locate the information you need to complete this project :)

Long Beach High School Library Catalog

A Raisin In The Sun

Assignment:

Choose one of the following and produce a well developed essay (5 paragraphs)

1) Discuss 3 of the timeless issues that are present in the play.
How does Hansberry present the issues?
What characters are involved?
How are these issues present in today's society?
**Each issue should have its own body paragraph and contain a direct quote from the book.
Issues: Racism, Family Tensions, The Unconditional Love of Family, Religious Beliefs, Sexism, The American Dream, Con Men & Personal Redemption.

2) Discuss the transformation of Walter Lee in the play. Discuss Walter at the beginning of the play, the first change he goes through and lastly discuss the man Walter Lee is at the end of the play. Each of these parts (3), should have its own body paragraph and include a direct quote from the play to support your views.

To review and read literary criticisms related to this play and its themes, use the following links:


Literary Themes
Find information regarding literary themes and thematic elements
Literary Techniques
This link provides useful information regarding techniques used in literature

Literature Resource Center
- This database has many articles concerning the author and this play.
In addition to searching using the Title or Name of Author you can search themes or issues found in the novel.


Additionally, you can also access the Suffolk Library Web and utilize the sources there.
Once entering the site, click on E Resources on the left hand side. You will use the barcode: 21248001400456 and password jordan Within this collection of databases - you might find information on your topic in the database Literature Reference Center

Biography Project - Verde & Bloom

For this assignment, each student will receive the name of an individual who made a significant contribution to American society.
Assignment Purposes: To come to understand how a particular person's experiences can illuminate our understanding of the period and circumstances in which he/she lived.
To learn to do research of the sort professional historians do; locating, examining, and using appropriate source materials, and presenting one's findings to readers.
The finished project should be 4 to 5 pages in length consisting of the following:

Assignment:
Biographical Sketch:
a) A factual account of the person's life, emphasizing aspects that are of historical significance.
b) Provide evidence and explanation of the person's historical contribution(s) and significance. Evidence must be documented with references and citations to sources.
How and why is this person considered to be important?
What does her or his life tell us about the times in which he/she lived; about important social, scientific, cultural, economic, or political developments; about the United States at the time?
Annotated Bibliography:
You are to create a list of reliable and relevant sources that illuminate your person's life and contributions. This list should include the sources that you used for this project as well as others that you can identify that may be available for research.
To get started with your research - you will find the following helpful:

WorldCat - a catalogue of materials in libraries around the world - create a free account to use this site

Library of Congress - search materials on your person - clicking on the links provided will give you the info you need for your anotated bibliography

Smithsonian - History & Culture

United States Holocaust Museum

National Archives - follow link for general public access

Famous People.com

Additionally, you can also access the Suffolk Library Web and utilize the sources there.Once entering the site, click on E Resources on the left hand side. You will use the barcode: 21248001400456 and password jordan Within this collection of databases
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Be sure to explore the reference materials available in your High School library.
The Internet is a valid place to look for information just be sure to check the integrity of the source!!!!
Links to search engines listed in your project are available on this blog.

SUPA Classes

SUPA People::: use the following link to access the library @ Syracuse.
Using your Syracuse ID - use the links available to find information for your project.

Syracuse Library

Your paper should be 5 to 6 pages in length - consisting of the 2 parts explained above.
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