November 6, 2009

November 6, 2008 http://www.eatonenglish101.blogspot.com/ patriciaeatonaz@yahoo.com
Class Work
1. Read “Saving the Songs of the Sea” to see how Jean-Michel Cousteau addresses an environmental issue. Note the persuasive techniques and examples he uses.
2. Take five-ten minutes to summarize An Inconvenient Truth – opinions do not play a part of a summary – stick to what was – it does not matter if you agree with Mr. Gore or disagree.
3. Take a look at A. O. Scott’s critique of the film. How does Scott evaluate the movie as a whole, Mr. Gore, use of images, use of graphs, content?
4. Do you agree with Scott? Is An Inconvenient Truth a necessary film?
5. Read a critique of the new movie Amelia. Note what other items can be mentioned in a critique.



Homework
1. Write your own critique of An Inconvenient Truth. Bring the draft to class on Monday. It should be no longer than two double-spaced pages.
2. Make your final decision as to what needs saving!