Thursday's Extra Credit Question: The Autobiography of Malcolm X

The Autobiography of Malcolm X raises the question, can blacks and whites be equals in America? Also, is non-violence better than violence when fighting against racism? Think about how Malcolm's views on race and religion did or did not change over the course of the book.

Thursday's Extra Credit Question: The Giver

As you read The Giver, think about symbolism. In class today we discussed the apple in Ch.3 and what it might symbolize. The most famous apple that comes to mind is the apple from the story of Adam and Eve. We discussed what the apple in that story represents and the class came up with some great ideas:

• knowledge
• change
• sin
• temptation
• humiliation
• fate
• love

The highlighted words represent the concepts we decided were the most relevant or important. Look for further references to the apple as you continue reading, and think about what it symbolizes and how that relates to the story as a whole. Are there any other instances of symbolism in the story?

Homework for April 2nd

1st, 2nd, 5th, & 6th periods:

• Finish the vocabulary worksheet for Friday
• Read Ch.5-6 of The Giver and prepare for a discussion on Friday
  

4th period:

• Prepare for the "salon" on Friday. Bring an artifact to share.
• Read Ch.18 of The Autobiography of Malcolm X for Monday
• Read Ch. 19 for Wednesday