Wednesday, November 7, 2007

Week of November 12th

Due November 12th (Monday) - Read Part I of The Stranger
Due November 14th (Wednesday) - Read Chapters 1-4 (Part II) of The Stranger
Due November 15th (Thursday) - Complete Lesson 1 Vocabulary Packet
Due November 16th (Friday) - Finish Reading The Stranger
Due November 19th (Monday) - Write a two page reflection log on Existentialism (worth 20 points). Refer to your notes and handouts on existentialism. The log should include the following: Explain which parts of the philosophical doctrine you like. Explain which parts you do not like. Explain what you like about Meursault's way of life. Explain what parts of his life you don't like. Finally, discuss whether or not you could lead the life of an existentialist.

Please have your parents read and sign your newsletter. Return it to me by the end of the week. Thanks! Mrs. Hatler