Thoughts for a Thursday:

Block A: Today in class, we examined proper punctuation of dialogue, and how to add variety to our writing by adding more interesting dialogue tags. In addition, we went through the process of self-editing our short stories. Peer editing will take place tomorrow, and the good copy is due on the Monday we get back from spring break.

Blocks B&D: The topic of study today was how to connect our thesis statements to the topic sentences of each body paragraph. We looked at the process on a powerpoint presentation, and then practiced together. For homework there are 3 thesis statements that require you to provide 3 topic sentences for each one - that means 9 topic sentences in total. Here are the three thesis statements:

• Buying organic food products, the ultimate heal-conscious decision, allows consumers to become more aware of commonly used chemicals, to eat naturally, and to promote environmentally friendly farming.
• Dishwashers, although expensive at the outset, save time, are more energy efficient than hand-washing, and help to keep a kitchen clutter-free, making them the best new homebuyer purchase.
• Tim Horton's is the king of coffee shops, not only because it is more affordable than Starbucks, but also because it is Canadian and actively supports community programs.

Block C: Finish up the questions 1-12 for "A&P" We will watch the short film tomorrow - so hold off on question #13.