'1984' eBook Link

We will be reading '1984' in class, which means you will not be signing out a book.  Please use this link to access an eBook version for reading outside of class in the event of a missed day (or if you wish to read ahead).

1984 Ebook

This was downloaded from www.planetebook.com, a free eBook site.

What is a satire?

'1984' is considered a "satire" by many readers and critics.  Use this information to help you understand what a satire is, and what makes '1984' such a good example.

Satire information

1984 - Quick Write Questions

As you see on the assignment calendar, we will do "Quick Write" questions on certain chapters of '1984' as we read.

Quick Write Questions need a three-part answer:
1 - Claim: Answer the question or state your claim
2 - Evidence: Back up your claim or your answer with proof from the text, including page numbers
3 - Connect: Wrap it up, make it make sense, give it some context, or explain it in real-world terms

1984 - Quick Write Questions

Use this link for catching up on missed assignments.

Charting '1984'

We will use the charts in this folder to track information about '1984' as we read the novel in class:

1984 - Guided Reading Charts

Utopias Versus Dystopias

Use this link to take you to important background information on utopias and dystopias before reading '1984.'

Utopias and Dystopias - November 2015

Leadership Essay

The necessary materials for writing your Leadership Essay can be found here:

Leadership Essay November 2015 - assignment files

Your final essay is due on Monday, November 30th.