Sunday, October 5, 2014

Monday, October 6, 2014

Do Now: Take out the Popular Mechanics handout and read "The Fly" by Shapiro. Do you see any connection to The Metamorphosis? Why?
Classwork "The Fly"

Today's focus is on rhyme scheme, tone, and point of view.
1. This poem is written from the point of view of annoyed people rather than the fly. How does this differ from The Metamorphosis? With what effect?
2. How does the author use figurative language to set the tone?
See analysis following the poem.
3. Is there a point in the poem where your attitude toward the fly changes? Why?
4. What similarities differences can you draw between this poem and the novel?
Homework: Analyze the poem using the five literary strategies on your handout.
College essay draft dur tomorrow.

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