Monday, August 10, 2009

Journal writing activity #1


Retell the events from the coast guard's point of view. Consider how he feels about the importance of his job, the desperate situation in his country and the arrival of the fearsome warriors.

Steps to complete this journal entry.
1. Reread lines 229-300. As you read jot down important events in the order they happened.
2. Note any descriptive nouns or verbs. Jot them down on a piece of paper and beside them writing the common noun or verb.
3. From your list of events rewrite the story from the coast guard's point of view. Put yourself in his shoes. Use descriptive nouns and verbs.
4. Add alliteration and kennings to your piece if they help it to flow and don't feel forced.

Assignment due Monday, August 17th.

Have fun!

1 comment:

  1. Point of View is my favorite literature assignment! I love it! I'll do this one.

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