September 25, 2009

September 25, 2009 – www.eatonenglish101.blogspot.com – patriciaeatonaz@yahoo.com
Class Work
1. Know the difference. In your own words, explain which is which. You may use the Writing Guide. Work with a partner to write a correct sentence for each.
a. Its/it’sb. Here/hearc. Their/there/they’red. You’re/your/yore
2. Taking a look at censorship – “Should libraries carry pornography?” “Should school libraries carry pornography?” (Class discussion)
3. Song lyrics – do the lyrics in music cause violence in society? Does music alter actions or emotions? (Class discussion)
4. Writing a causal analysis/cause & effect essay (See handouts)
5. Generating topics
Homework
1. Pick a topic and complete a mind map – see pp. 14-15 in Writing Guide.
2. Clearly state your point of view on the topic. Does “x” cause “y”, or does “y” cause “x”? Look at the information on writing a thesis on p. 20.
3. Locate at least three additional sources outside of Between Worlds to use to support your thoughts. Bring them to class with you.