For the ill and the absent-minded -

Here, you will find a very brief summary of class discussions and activities, lists of assigned readings, and links to other resources. The posts are reminders of what we covered in class and/or of what you missed by being absent physically and/or mentally. If we are required to work remotely, the posts will give directions for the day's activities, and let you know when we will meet via Google Meets. Please read the posts, talk with your classmates, and do the practise work as it suits the timing at home. Please put all work in your digital folders via Google Drive. Feel free to make comments and if you're still confused, please email me!

(NB: I do not condone class absences - you must be present, in class, actively listening and participating whenever possible. Always communicate your absences with the school office as well as with me. It is your responsibility to make arrangements for missed learning opportunities. You MUST meet all assignment deadlines. If we have to meet via Google Meets, please make a note of the QR link posted in Room 205 for the meeting id and passwords.)

12 March 2025

B - The one with the apology from Student Council.

ESSENTIAL QUESTION: How did Cowley challenge eighteenth century ideas of femininity?

After a bit of a struggle to start on time because of the student council v. staff basketball game, Brianna filled us in on the social and intellectual tradition of the Restoration and 18th century.

I spoke briefly about what's going with literature in this time period, highlighting the historical and political context of the period. We discussed how this period is an age of reason not emotion!

We tried to discuss The Belle's Strategem, but learners had a difficult time remembering the text. So, I asked learners to use the rest of the period to read their notes and annotations and prepare to discuss the play on Friday. I also assigned readings for the break.

PREPARE FOR DISCUSSION:

  • Act I, scene i - How does the conversation between Mrs. Racket and Miss Ogle highlight the limited options women had for asserting power (in marriage)?
  • Act II, scene ii - What effect does Doricourt's hyperbolic statement hold? Do you think he truly believes this or is he being dramatic?
NEXT CLASS: Brianna on the plot, Samantha on setting and Mrs. Racket, Jaya on Ms. Ogle, Mr. Touchwood

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