- Write a two-paragraph essay in response to chapter four of Outliers. In paragraph one, summarize Gladwell's theory of "cultural advantage"; in paragraph two, discuss how cultural advantage has helped you achieve a specific form of success in your life. Include two quotations in the essay using the four-part "Quotation Sandwich" we discussed in class (introduce, quote, interpret, analyze). The essay should be typed and MLA-formatted.
- Complete sections 3 and 9 of Practice Test 1.
- Read Writing Lesson 4 and complete all exercises.
- Post three comments and/or questions on Edmodo.
- Study vocabulary A1-500. The cumulative quiz will be this Saturday.
- Read and annotate Outliers chapters 5-7. (Don't forget to write a 2-3 sentence chapter summary on the first page of each chapter.)
Homework for Saturday Class due 7/21
