Go through your journals (or any samples of writing you've done). Choose your favorite two to turn in on a Google Doc here. These can be poems, short fiction, memoir, anything that you're proud of.

This should not be new writing unless you want it to be. It should be you choosing what you've already written and typing it up (if necessary). I will read these and input them as your final Creative Writing grade.

1) Answer these questions: https://forms.gle/WHGYrqBnFAAxE2eU9

2) Mark as done once you've finished!

NOTE: We only read up to page 259 of Chapter 20.

How does Katniss's relationship with Peeta change? Why might the author do this at this point in the story? What is the effect? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

NOTE: We only read up to page 225 of Chapter 18.

What is the relationship like between Katniss and Rue? Why do you think the author included it? What is the effect? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

Using your journals and your prep work, write a first chapter of your novel on an attached Google doc. It should be roughly 1,000-2,000 words.

This will be graded as a SUMMATIVE assignment and will be one of the few summative assignments in the gradebook, so treat this is a test of what you've learned!

What are your thoughts on the new characters introduced (the Careers and Rue)? How do they support or work against Katniss? What is the effect? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

Examine one obstacle and how the author uses IMAGERY to make it particularly fearsome. What is the effect? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

On a Google Doc or in your notebook, answer the questions (include the questions, too, for your own sake) for the Character Questionnaire (starts on page 12 and ends page 14) for your protagonist/main character.

1) Go to: https://nanowrimo.org/
2) Create an account and sign up for the project you'll be working on.
3) Submit a screenshot here as proof that you signed up!

How are the characters changing at this point in the novel? How are the relationships developing? What is the effect? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

What obstacles are put in place for Katniss in these chapters? Don't just think physical obstacles. Consider mental ones, too. How do these add to the tension in the chapter? What is the effect? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

Note: There is some adult language throughout this chapter.

1) Read the first chapter in the "On Writing" section of the book (page 145). As you read, jot down ideas that stand out to you as a writer.

2) After reading, answer the following question in 5-7 sentences: What is King's opinion on reading as it relates to the life of a writer? Did this surprise you? What stood out to you, and how can you use his advice to improve your own writing?

Here's the audio version! https://www.loom.com/share/c50cdcbe7a8a459b8b4fcbd94550e08b

What does Katniss (and in turn, the audience) learn about the Capitol through the chapters? What surprises her? How does the auther juxstapose the beauty and the atrocities of the place? What is the effect? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

What do we learn about Haymitch in this chaper? Provide a quotation and analyze it for his characterization. Is he to be trusted? Why or why not? Why might an author use a character like Haymitch? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

Note: There is some adult language throughout this chapter.

1) Read Chapter 3 in the "Toolbox" section. As you read, jot down ideas that stand out to you as a writer.

2) After reading, complete the following exercise. Write a quick scene (roughly 250 words or fewer) that uses active voice and strong verbs. Avoid using any adverbs. This can be a fight scene or any kind of scene you like. Remember, try to incorporate King's advice from the chapter into your writing.

Here's the audio version! https://www.loom.com/share/2db4536188c24db7b6677d2ec5eb4b25

What do we learn about the world and setting in this chapter? How are the details presented through action to keep it engaging? Remember, think as a writer! Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

Note: There is some adult language throughout this chapter.

1) Read the chapter called "Toolbox" (page 111). As you read, jot down ideas that stand out to you as a writer.

2) After reading, answer the following question in 5-7 sentences: What stood out to you as a writer in this chapter? What does King believe about a writer's vocabulary as part of the "toolbox," and what do you think of this?

Here's the audio version! https://www.loom.com/share/583d9bf85ce04a8bbc4334e2399d7195

How would you describe the main characters so far? Who do you connect to the most and why? Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

What strategies does Suzanne Collins use as a writer to hook the audience into the story? Why are they effective? How can you replicate this in your own writing? Answer in 5-7 complete sentences.

Now that you've read "Harrison Bergeron," write the start (or finish!) of a short story inspired by the text. This should be at least two pages double-spaced.

Here are your choices.

1) Write a new or continued ending to the story.
2) Write your own sci-fi story.
3) Write a short story based on equality.
4) Write another short story that's all your own!

1) First, we'll read through the story once through without interruptions. Open the attached PDF and follow along with the video.
2) Open the Actively Learn and complete the questions for your second read.
3) Click "Mark as Done" when you've finished.

**Don't do this assignment until you've finished the TDQs!**

Now that you've read "The Lady, or the Tiger?" write the start (or finish!) of a short story inspired by the text. Your short story should be at least two pages double-spaced (size 12 font, one inch margins).

Here are your choices.

1) Write a new or continued ending to the story showing the choice.
2) Write your own story that ends with a choice.
3) Write the story from the perspective of the lady or the tiger.

1) Read the chapter called "What Writing Is" (page 103). As you read, jot down ideas that stand out to you as a writer.

2) After reading, answer the following question in 5-7 sentences: What stood out to you as a writer in this chapter? What surprised you? Which line did you find most interesting and why?

ETA: Here's the audio version! https://www.loom.com/share/c0c6c90ce82f4ada9e0f9299692e2b2f

**Do this assignment first for today!**

1) Go to the attached link.
2) Answer the text-dependent questions on the story "The Lady, or the Tiger?"
3) Click "Mark as Done" when you've finished.

1) Read the chapter called "Shitty First Drafts" (find it by clicking it in the Table of Contents). As you read, jot down ideas that stand out to you as a writer.

2) After reading, answer the following question in 5-7 sentences: What stood out to you as a writer in this chapter? What surprised you? Which line did you find most interesting and why?

1) Go here and sign in with your LAAlliance.org Google account: https://read.activelylearn.com/#student/reader/2035319/notes

2) Read the story "The Necklace" and answer the questions thoughtfully and in complete sentences.

3) If you like, you may listen along here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmkvLV66Yvo

1) Read the chapter called "Short Assignments" (find it by clicking it in the Table of Contents). As you read, jot down ideas that stand out to you as a writer.

2) After reading, answer the following question in 5-7 sentences: What stood out to you as a writer in this chapter? What surprised you? Which line did you find most interesting and why?

After reading the preface of Zen in the Art of Writing, answer the following question in 5-7 complete sentences.

What is Ray Bradbury saying that writing is to him? Does this surprise you? Do you feel other artists (musicians, filmmakers, painters, etc.) feel the same way? Do you agree with his ideas about writing? Why or why not?

1) Go here: https://forms.gle/ywyTeU7rFxyEgAjy7

2) Answer all questions honestly and thoughtfully.