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Archbishop Ryan High School Summer Reading Assignment

English Summer Notes

ALL students are REQUIRED to read (at least) one book from the lists available on line. Students should read the guide provided. All students will be required to write on the book on the FIRST full day of school.
All students are required to purchase the correct vocabulary book from Mr. Morris in the Office of Student Affairs.
All students are required to purchase their OWN copy of two paperbacks. The list can be found on the website.

Be prepared to write an in-class essay about the book on the first full day of school. Although each teacher will decide the particular assignment/ writing prompt, all students should be able to discuss the following aspects of the book. As you read, keep in mind these guidelines. You may wish to keep a reading log to help you be prepared for your assessment.

1. Characters: How are the characters described? What are their physical traits? How is their personality depicted? What specific role do they play in the development of the work? What kind of changes do they go through, and what kind of challenges do they face?

2. Setting: Where and when does the story take place? What is significant about the time and place? Why do you think the author may have chosen these elements?

3. Plot: What happens? What is included in the exposition and the rising action? What is the conflict? What is the climax of the story? How does the story conclude?

4. Theme: Consider what kind of message the author is trying to convey to the reader. In a sentence or two, write the main idea that the author is writing about.

5. Point of view: Who is telling the story? How does that affect the way the story unfolds?

6. Structure: How does the story unfold? Is it told in chronological order? How does that impact the reader?

7. Style: What devices does the author use to tell the story? Does the author use figurative language? Simple or complex sentence structure? What is the diction like that the author chooses to use?

8. Personal impact: How did this story affect you? Can you relate it to an experience in your life? Did it challenge or confirm your ideas and beliefs?

Summer Reading Letter to Parents/Guardians

Link to vocabulary books for 2008

Link to supplemental books for 2008

Link to Freshman/Sophomore summer reading for 2008

Link to Junior/Senior summer reading for 2008

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