Friday, May 1, 2009

Can you believe it's May?

Seriously. . .can you believe it's MAY?????????

Wow. Time has passed.

Gifted English II: You have a choice of two novels, either of which must be read by the final examination. Choice #1: Crime and Punishment by Dostoevsky, a deep look at a man's psychological shatterings after committing the ultimate crime. Depressing, yes, but very well-written. Choice #2: Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte, a deep look at revenge, class consciousness, and tortured love from the wind-swept moors of 19th century England. Not as well-written as C&P, but a compelling and easier read (perhaps) even though some students have decried it as a "chick book." Oh, the judgments of the young. Both copies are available in our Media Center; as of this update, 90% of you have one in your possession. Hey, ten percent! Get over to the MC! Today in class: Listen to "Richard Cory" by Simon and Garfunkel.

APees: Review for the AP Exam, Part II.