Of Mice and MenOf Mice and Men DJ PowerPoint DJ PowerPoint While reading the novel, While reading the novel,

you will complete a you will complete a dialectical journal for your dialectical journal for your assigned topic/theme.assigned topic/theme.

This presentation will allow This presentation will allow students to practice students to practice formatting quotes and formatting quotes and explanations/analysis in an explanations/analysis in an in-class, group setting in in-class, group setting in preparation for completing preparation for completing the DJ individually while the DJ individually while reading the novel.reading the novel.

Your assignment for today!Your assignment for today!

In your assigned topic/theme groups, you will In your assigned topic/theme groups, you will complete a series of comprehension checks complete a series of comprehension checks that will also serve as your T.O.D.!that will also serve as your T.O.D.!

Let’s get started!Let’s get started!

1. Please sit in your topic/theme groups: Friendship, 1. Please sit in your topic/theme groups: Friendship, Power, Loneliness, Loyalty and Sacrifice, & DreamsPower, Loneliness, Loyalty and Sacrifice, & Dreams

2. Have your DJ handout (sample), a clean piece of 2. Have your DJ handout (sample), a clean piece of paper (a full sheet) & something to write with.paper (a full sheet) & something to write with.

3. Make sure you have your MLA heading in the 3. Make sure you have your MLA heading in the upper left-hand corner and title this assignment upper left-hand corner and title this assignment “M&M DJ PPT Activity”. Every student will “M&M DJ PPT Activity”. Every student will complete the comprehension checks and turn in complete the comprehension checks and turn in his/her paper as a T.O.D.!his/her paper as a T.O.D.!

4. PAY ATTENTION!4. PAY ATTENTION!

FYI: DIALECTICAL FYI: DIALECTICAL JOURNALJOURNAL

di•a•lec•tic (n) 1. The art or di•a•lec•tic (n) 1. The art or practice of arriving at the practice of arriving at the truth by the exchange of truth by the exchange of

logical arguments.logical arguments.

Comprehension Check #1Comprehension Check #1

1. What is your assignment?1. What is your assignment? 2. What is the definition of dialectic?2. What is the definition of dialectic? Just kidding! I just wanted to make sure you Just kidding! I just wanted to make sure you

were paying attention! Tee-hee! I crack myself were paying attention! Tee-hee! I crack myself up up

O.K., let’s seriously get started. Now, pay O.K., let’s seriously get started. Now, pay attention! attention!

(In case you forgot)(In case you forgot)What does a DJ look like?What does a DJ look like?

A DJ has two columns: one for quotes and another A DJ has two columns: one for quotes and another for analysisfor analysis

Of Mice and MenOf Mice and Men DJ Example #1DJ Example #1

Quotes from the text w/ page numbersQuotes from the text w/ page numbers Student responses: Student responses: explanations/analysisexplanations/analysis

After George starts to narrate why their After George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response to friendship is different in response to Lennie’s request, Lennie interrupts him Lennie’s request, Lennie interrupts him and exclaims, “ ‘But not us! An’ why? and exclaims, “ ‘But not us! An’ why? Because…because I got you to look after Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to look after you, and me, and you got me to look after you, and

that’s why’ ” (14).that’s why’ ” (14).

As the reader is exposed to the As the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, the interactions of George and Lennie, the dynamics of their relationship become dynamics of their relationship become more clear. In this example, Steinbeck more clear. In this example, Steinbeck explores the idea of explores the idea of friendshipfriendship through the through the characterscharacters of George and Lennie to of George and Lennie to demonstrate his belief that in times of demonstrate his belief that in times of struggle, such as during the Great struggle, such as during the Great Depression, it is easier and more tolerable Depression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with a to share your experiences with a companion.companion.

Part IPart I

Format for QuotesFormat for Quotes

Format for quotesFormat for quotes

Each quote for your DJ must include the Each quote for your DJ must include the following:following:

1. A lead-in/ attribution1. A lead-in/ attribution 2. A direct quote from the text about your 2. A direct quote from the text about your

assigned topicassigned topic 3. MLA format for quotations including page 3. MLA format for quotations including page

numbers in parenthetical citationnumbers in parenthetical citation

Comprehension check #1Comprehension check #1(For real)(For real)

Question: What are the 3 components you must include to Question: What are the 3 components you must include to correctly format your quotations? NO! YOU CAN’T GO correctly format your quotations? NO! YOU CAN’T GO BACK TO THE PREVIOUS SLIDE!BACK TO THE PREVIOUS SLIDE!

Discuss you thoughts in groups, then write your answer down Discuss you thoughts in groups, then write your answer down on your paper. Any volunteers to share their ideas?on your paper. Any volunteers to share their ideas?

Answer:Answer: 1. A lead-in/ quote attribution1. A lead-in/ quote attribution 2. A direct quote from the text about your assigned topic2. A direct quote from the text about your assigned topic 3. MLA format for quotations including page numbers in 3. MLA format for quotations including page numbers in

parenthetical citationparenthetical citation

Format for quotes: Lead-insFormat for quotes: Lead-ins

After George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response toAfter George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response to

Lennie’s request, Lennie interrupts himLennie’s request, Lennie interrupts him and exclaims,and exclaims, “ ‘But not us! An’ “ ‘But not us! An’

why? Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to lookwhy? Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to look

after you, and that’s why’ ” (14).after you, and that’s why’ ” (14).

NOTICE:NOTICE:

The quote begins with a The quote begins with a lead-inlead-in explaining the explaining the

context of the quote (or what’s happening beforecontext of the quote (or what’s happening before

the quote).the quote).

Format for quotes: Lead-in Format for quotes: Lead-in continuedcontinued

After George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response toAfter George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response toLennie’s request, Lennie’s request, LennieLennie interrupts him and interrupts him and exclaimsexclaims,, “ ‘But not us! An’ “ ‘But not us! An’why? Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to lookwhy? Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to lookafter you, and that’s why’ ” (14).after you, and that’s why’ ” (14).

NOTICE:NOTICE:1. Also included in the lead-in is an 1. Also included in the lead-in is an attributionattribution. The . The

speakerspeaker of the quote is identified and then paired of the quote is identified and then paired with an appropriate with an appropriate verbverb which help the reader which help the reader lead-lead-inin to the quote. to the quote.

2. The 2. The lead-inlead-in is followed by a is followed by a commacomma before the before the quotation marks!quotation marks!

Class vote!Class vote!

George discusses the details of a property he has inGeorge discusses the details of a property he has in

mind to fulfill his dream. “ ‘Well, it's tenmind to fulfill his dream. “ ‘Well, it's ten

acres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (45).acres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (45).

Thumbs up if you think this quote is correct. Thumbs down if Thumbs up if you think this quote is correct. Thumbs down if you think it is incorrect.you think it is incorrect.

Your thumbs should be….Your thumbs should be….

DOWN!DOWN!

WHY?WHY?

George discusses the details of a property he has inGeorge discusses the details of a property he has inmind to fulfill his dream. “ ‘Well, it's tenmind to fulfill his dream. “ ‘Well, it's tenacres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (45).acres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (45).

The lead-in is incomplete (no direct attribution of The lead-in is incomplete (no direct attribution of speaker & no verb before the quote) speaker & no verb before the quote) andand it is missing it is missing a comma before the direct quote!a comma before the direct quote!

A A betterbetter example would be… example would be…George discusses the details of a property he has inGeorge discusses the details of a property he has inmind to fulfill his dream when mind to fulfill his dream when he sayshe says, “ ‘Well, it's ten, “ ‘Well, it's tenacres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (45).acres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (45).

Format for quotes: quotation marksFormat for quotes: quotation marks

After George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response toAfter George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response to

Lennie’s request, Lennie interrupts him and exclaims, Lennie’s request, Lennie interrupts him and exclaims, ““ ‘‘But not us! An’But not us! An’

why? Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to lookwhy? Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to look

after you, and that’s whyafter you, and that’s why’’ ”” (14). (14).

NOTICE:NOTICE:• The double quotes in The double quotes in greengreen indicate the material is a direct quote from the text. indicate the material is a direct quote from the text.• The double quotes in The double quotes in yellowyellow indicate that dialogue is being quoted from the text indicate that dialogue is being quoted from the text• In other words…In other words…• if you take words out of the book, you must use if you take words out of the book, you must use ““• If you see “ in the book, it becomesIf you see “ in the book, it becomes ‘‘ in your quote. in your quote.

NOTE: I know this can be confusing, so just see me if you have any questions about NOTE: I know this can be confusing, so just see me if you have any questions about quotation marks. It’s a quick fix and easy to learn if someone shows you quotation marks. It’s a quick fix and easy to learn if someone shows you

Format for quotes: page Format for quotes: page numbersnumbers

After George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response toAfter George starts to narrate why their friendship is different in response to

Lennie’s request, Lennie interrupts him and exclaims, “ ‘But not us! An’Lennie’s request, Lennie interrupts him and exclaims, “ ‘But not us! An’

why? Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to lookwhy? Because…because I got you to look after me, and you got me to look

after you, and that’s why’ ” (14).after you, and that’s why’ ” (14).

NOTICE:NOTICE:

1.1. The page number is enclosed in parenthesis The page number is enclosed in parenthesis afterafter the last quotation mark and the last quotation mark and beforebefore the period. the period.

2.2. There is NO “page”, NO “pg”, and NO “p” before There is NO “page”, NO “pg”, and NO “p” before the page number. This is big NO-NO!the page number. This is big NO-NO!

Class vote!Class vote!

George discusses the details of a property he has inGeorge discusses the details of a property he has in

mind to fulfill his dream. “ ‘Well, it's tenmind to fulfill his dream. “ ‘Well, it's ten

acres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (p.45).acres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (p.45).

Thumbs up if you think this quote is correct. Thumbs down if Thumbs up if you think this quote is correct. Thumbs down if you think it is incorrect.you think it is incorrect.

Your thumbs should be….Your thumbs should be….

DOWN! DOWN! DOWN!DOWN! DOWN! DOWN!

WHY?WHY?

George discusses the details of a property he has inGeorge discusses the details of a property he has inmind to fulfill his dream. “ ‘Well, it's tenmind to fulfill his dream. “ ‘Well, it's tenacres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (p.45).acres,’ said George. ‘Got a little win mill’ ” (p.45).

BIG NO-NO! NOTHING EXCEPT THEBIG NO-NO! NOTHING EXCEPT THEACTUAL PAGE NUMBER ITSELF GOESACTUAL PAGE NUMBER ITSELF GOESINSIDE THE PARENTHESIS! Yes, I amINSIDE THE PARENTHESIS! Yes, I amyelling at you yelling at you BTW: I figured out how to do that frowny face all on my own. I am SUPER techy now! Look out!BTW: I figured out how to do that frowny face all on my own. I am SUPER techy now! Look out!

Comprehension Check #2Comprehension Check #2 Group ActivityGroup Activity For the following quote add a lead-in & correct MLA For the following quote add a lead-in & correct MLA

format:format:"God, you’re a lot of trouble," said George. "I could get along so"God, you’re a lot of trouble," said George. "I could get along soeasy and so nice if I didn’t have you on my tail. I could live soeasy and so nice if I didn’t have you on my tail. I could live soeasy and maybe have a girl." (page 11)easy and maybe have a girl." (page 11)

You can use the examples and sentence frames from your You can use the examples and sentence frames from your DJ handout to help you or you can create your own.DJ handout to help you or you can create your own.

Watch your punctuation! Watch your punctuation! Groups will be called upon randomly to share their answer! Groups will be called upon randomly to share their answer!

You have 3 minutes!You have 3 minutes! Remember to write your answer down on your individual Remember to write your answer down on your individual

answer sheet as part of your T.O.D.!answer sheet as part of your T.O.D.!

Possible ResponsePossible Response

Compare your group’s answer to the following Compare your group’s answer to the following possible response:possible response:

After Lennie creates a lot of unnecessary trouble over a deadAfter Lennie creates a lot of unnecessary trouble over a dead

mouse, George thinks out loud about all he has to sacrifice whenmouse, George thinks out loud about all he has to sacrifice when

he snaps, “ ‘God, you’re a lot of trouble,’ said George. ‘I couldhe snaps, “ ‘God, you’re a lot of trouble,’ said George. ‘I could

get along so easy and so nice if I didn’t have you on my tail. Iget along so easy and so nice if I didn’t have you on my tail. I

could live so easy and maybe have a girl’ ” (11).could live so easy and maybe have a girl’ ” (11).

Fix any errors you made in your response!Fix any errors you made in your response!

PART IIPART II

Format for Format for Explanation/AnalysisExplanation/Analysis

Format Explanation/AnalysisFormat Explanation/Analysis

Each explanation/analysis for your DJ must Each explanation/analysis for your DJ must include the following:include the following:

1. An interpretation (explanation) that shows 1. An interpretation (explanation) that shows your understanding of the quoted materialyour understanding of the quoted material

2. An analysis that includes:2. An analysis that includes: your topic (see bank #1)your topic (see bank #1) the literary device (see bank #2) that is in the the literary device (see bank #2) that is in the

exampleexample the theme that is revealed in the quotethe theme that is revealed in the quote

Comprehension Check #3Comprehension Check #3 Question A: What are the 2 main components you must Question A: What are the 2 main components you must

include to correctly format your explanation and analysis? include to correctly format your explanation and analysis? This is common senseThis is common sense!!

Questions B: What are the 3 aspects you must include to Questions B: What are the 3 aspects you must include to complete your analysis? complete your analysis? This is the most important question!This is the most important question!

Discuss you thoughts in groups, then write your answer down Discuss you thoughts in groups, then write your answer down on your paper. Any volunteers to share their ideas?on your paper. Any volunteers to share their ideas?

Answers:Answers: A. interpretation/ explanation & analysisA. interpretation/ explanation & analysis B. topic, literary device, and themeB. topic, literary device, and theme

Format Explanation/Analysis: Format Explanation/Analysis: InterpretationInterpretation

As the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, theAs the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, thedynamics of their relationship become more clear.dynamics of their relationship become more clear. In this example, SteinbeckIn this example, Steinbeckexplores the idea of explores the idea of friendshipfriendship through the through the characterscharacters of George and Lennie to of George and Lennie todemonstrate his belief that in times of struggle, such as during the Greatdemonstrate his belief that in times of struggle, such as during the GreatDepression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with aDepression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with acompanion.companion.

NOTICE:NOTICE: The reader’s The reader’s interpretation/explanationinterpretation/explanation of the of the

quoted material is stated in the opening quoted material is stated in the opening sentence clearly showing an understanding of sentence clearly showing an understanding of the text.the text.

Format Explanation/Analysis: TopicFormat Explanation/Analysis: Topic

As the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, theAs the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, the

dynamics of their relationship become more clear. In this example, Steinbeckdynamics of their relationship become more clear. In this example, Steinbeck

explores the idea of explores the idea of friendshipfriendship through the through the characterscharacters of George and Lennie to of George and Lennie to

demonstrate his belief that in times of struggle, such as during the Greatdemonstrate his belief that in times of struggle, such as during the Great

Depression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with aDepression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with a

companion.companion.

NOTICE:NOTICE: The The topictopic (friendship) is mentioned (friendship) is mentioned See bank #1 on your handoutSee bank #1 on your handout

Format Explanation/Analysis: Literary Format Explanation/Analysis: Literary Device/sDevice/s

As the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, theAs the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, thedynamics of their relationship become more clear. In this example, Steinbeckdynamics of their relationship become more clear. In this example, Steinbeckexplores the idea of explores the idea of friendshipfriendship through the through the characterscharacters of George and Lennie to of George and Lennie todemonstrate his belief that in times of struggle, such as during the Greatdemonstrate his belief that in times of struggle, such as during the GreatDepression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with aDepression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with acompanion.companion.

NOTICE:NOTICE: A A literary deviceliterary device is connected to revealing is connected to revealing

Steinbeck’s message/ theme.Steinbeck’s message/ theme. See bank #2 on your handoutSee bank #2 on your handout Note: More than one literary device can be mentioned Note: More than one literary device can be mentioned

as they can overlapas they can overlap

Format Explanation/Analysis: ThemeFormat Explanation/Analysis: Theme

As the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, theAs the reader is exposed to the interactions of George and Lennie, thedynamics of their relationship become more clear. In this example, Steinbeckdynamics of their relationship become more clear. In this example, Steinbeckexplores the idea of explores the idea of friendshipfriendship through the through the characterscharacters of George and Lennie to of George and Lennie todemonstrate his belief that demonstrate his belief that in times of struggle, such as during the Greatin times of struggle, such as during the GreatDepression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with aDepression, it is easier and more tolerable to share your experiences with acompanion.companion.

NOTICE:NOTICE: Steinbeck’s message/ theme is specific to the topic Steinbeck’s message/ theme is specific to the topic

and the material in the connected quote.and the material in the connected quote. Note: Themes are written like a belief/philosophy, a Note: Themes are written like a belief/philosophy, a

piece of advice, a fortune cookie message, or a piece of advice, a fortune cookie message, or a bumper sticker.bumper sticker.

Class Vote!Class Vote!

Which one of the following themes is worded Which one of the following themes is worded correctly?correctly?

A. Man vs. SocietyA. Man vs. Society B. Sometimes a man must follow his heart instead of B. Sometimes a man must follow his heart instead of

the prescribed rules of society.the prescribed rules of society.

Discuss your ideas as a group, then raise your hand Discuss your ideas as a group, then raise your hand when your group is ready.when your group is ready.

Any volunteers to share? Thumbs up if you agree with Any volunteers to share? Thumbs up if you agree with the answer shared. Thumbs down if you do not agree.the answer shared. Thumbs down if you do not agree.

What’s the correct answer?What’s the correct answer?

Answer B is correct!Answer B is correct! Why?Why? Answer A is written like a conflict rather than Answer A is written like a conflict rather than

a message. Answer B clearly communicates a a message. Answer B clearly communicates a belief/philosophy. belief/philosophy.

Comprehension Check #4Comprehension Check #4 Group Activity #1Group Activity #11. Copy the quote below1. Copy the quote below2. Create a student response/ analysis for the following quote. You’ll need an 2. Create a student response/ analysis for the following quote. You’ll need an

explanation, topic, literary device, and theme:explanation, topic, literary device, and theme:

(LENNIE) “ ‘I was only foolin’, George. I don’t want no ketchup. I wouldn’t eat no (LENNIE) “ ‘I was only foolin’, George. I don’t want no ketchup. I wouldn’t eat no ketchup if it was right here beside me.’ketchup if it was right here beside me.’

(GEORGE) ‘If it was here, you could have some.’(GEORGE) ‘If it was here, you could have some.’

(LENNIE) ‘But I wouldn’t eat none, George. I’d leave it all for you. You could cover (LENNIE) ‘But I wouldn’t eat none, George. I’d leave it all for you. You could cover your beans with it and I wouldn’t touch none of it’ " (11) .your beans with it and I wouldn’t touch none of it’ " (11) .

NOTES: NOTES: 1.1. This quote in not EXACTLY in MLA format. I simplified the attributions for this activity. Please follow This quote in not EXACTLY in MLA format. I simplified the attributions for this activity. Please follow

the MLA guidelines outlined earlier in the PPT.the MLA guidelines outlined earlier in the PPT.2.2. Click through the reminders and the four steps for completing this activity!Click through the reminders and the four steps for completing this activity!

Remember!Remember!

Group ActivityGroup Activity You can use the examples and sentence frames You can use the examples and sentence frames

from your DJ handout to help you or you can from your DJ handout to help you or you can create your own.create your own.

Groups will be called upon randomly to share their Groups will be called upon randomly to share their answers!answers!

Remember to write your answer down on your Remember to write your answer down on your individual answer sheet as part of your T.O.D.!individual answer sheet as part of your T.O.D.!

Step #1: write an explanationStep #1: write an explanation

(LENNIE) “ ‘I was only foolin’, George. I don’t want (LENNIE) “ ‘I was only foolin’, George. I don’t want no ketchup. I wouldn’t eat no ketchup if it was right no ketchup. I wouldn’t eat no ketchup if it was right here beside me.’here beside me.’

(GEORGE) ‘If it was here, you could have some.’(GEORGE) ‘If it was here, you could have some.’

(LENNIE) ‘But I wouldn’t eat none, George. I’d leave it (LENNIE) ‘But I wouldn’t eat none, George. I’d leave it all for you. You could cover your beans with it and I all for you. You could cover your beans with it and I wouldn’t touch none of it’ " (11) .wouldn’t touch none of it’ " (11) .

What is happening in the quote?What is happening in the quote?

Share, compare, editShare, compare, edit

Trade your explanations with the group sitting Trade your explanations with the group sitting to your left to prompt more discussion.to your left to prompt more discussion.

Again, don’t forget to reference the samples Again, don’t forget to reference the samples and sentence frames on the handout!and sentence frames on the handout!

Sample explanation: After George’s mean Sample explanation: After George’s mean outburst about how much better off he’d be outburst about how much better off he’d be without Lennie (sparked by Lennie wanting without Lennie (sparked by Lennie wanting some ketchup), Lennie is the one who makes some ketchup), Lennie is the one who makes the first move to apologize.the first move to apologize.

Step #2: What topic is being Step #2: What topic is being exemplified?exemplified?

(LENNIE) “ ‘I was only foolin’, George. I don’t want no (LENNIE) “ ‘I was only foolin’, George. I don’t want no ketchup. I wouldn’t eat no ketchup if it was right here beside ketchup. I wouldn’t eat no ketchup if it was right here beside me.’me.’

(GEORGE) ‘If it was here, you could have some.’(GEORGE) ‘If it was here, you could have some.’

(LENNIE) ‘But I wouldn’t eat none, George. I’d leave it all for (LENNIE) ‘But I wouldn’t eat none, George. I’d leave it all for you. You could cover your beans with it and I wouldn’t touch you. You could cover your beans with it and I wouldn’t touch none of it’ " (11) .none of it’ " (11) .

Note: Think outside of the box! Multiple topics can work for Note: Think outside of the box! Multiple topics can work for one quote. What topics could apply other than the obvious?one quote. What topics could apply other than the obvious?

Share, compare, editShare, compare, edit

Share your topics with the group sitting to Share your topics with the group sitting to your left to prompt more discussion.your left to prompt more discussion.

Possible responses: Possible responses:

friendship, loyalty & sacrifice, power (result of)friendship, loyalty & sacrifice, power (result of) NOW, pick the topic your group will use for NOW, pick the topic your group will use for

your analysis. Remember, the topic you your analysis. Remember, the topic you choose will determine the theme/ message you choose will determine the theme/ message you will write!will write!

Step #3: What literary device/s is Step #3: What literary device/s is being used to help illuminate the being used to help illuminate the

theme? theme? (LENNIE) “ ‘I was only foolin’, George. I don’t want (LENNIE) “ ‘I was only foolin’, George. I don’t want

no ketchup. I wouldn’t eat no ketchup if it was right no ketchup. I wouldn’t eat no ketchup if it was right here beside me.’here beside me.’

(GEORGE) ‘If it was here, you could have some.’(GEORGE) ‘If it was here, you could have some.’

(LENNIE) ‘But I wouldn’t eat none, George. I’d leave it (LENNIE) ‘But I wouldn’t eat none, George. I’d leave it all for you. You could cover your beans with it and I all for you. You could cover your beans with it and I wouldn’t touch none of it’ " (11) .wouldn’t touch none of it’ " (11) .

Share, compare & editShare, compare & edit

Share your topics with the group sitting to Share your topics with the group sitting to your left to prompt more discussion.your left to prompt more discussion.

Possible response: Possible response:

charactercharacter will probably be the most common will probably be the most common

answeranswer

Step #4: Put them together!Step #4: Put them together!

Topic + Literary DeviceTopic + Literary Device Consider this: Consider this: Even after this awful fight, the Even after this awful fight, the

men’s men’s friendshipfriendship has a simple and remarkable has a simple and remarkable earnestness. George grudgingly knows he’s earnestness. George grudgingly knows he’s wrong and in fact really loves his friend, and wrong and in fact really loves his friend, and even though Lennie can’t express it in a even though Lennie can’t express it in a terribly complex way, he loves George back. terribly complex way, he loves George back. Through Through characterizationcharacterization the reader learns… the reader learns… (add theme/message in the next step).(add theme/message in the next step).

Step #5: SO WHAT?Step #5: SO WHAT?

What is the theme?What is the theme? As a group, read over the quote, explanation & As a group, read over the quote, explanation &

analysis you have so far. Next, discuss what analysis you have so far. Next, discuss what you think Steinbeck believes about the topic. you think Steinbeck believes about the topic.

Share, compare & editShare, compare & edit

Trade your themes with the group sitting to Trade your themes with the group sitting to your left to prompt more discussion.your left to prompt more discussion.

Again, don’t forget to reference the samples Again, don’t forget to reference the samples and sentence frames on the handout!and sentence frames on the handout!

I know, I know. This is a really long group I know, I know. This is a really long group activity, but stay with me activity, but stay with me

Possible responsePossible response

Through characterization the reader learns that Through characterization the reader learns that true friendship requires elements of true friendship requires elements of compromise/ sacrifice, forgiveness, compromise/ sacrifice, forgiveness, selflessness and even love.selflessness and even love.

Double check: Is your theme written like a Double check: Is your theme written like a fortune cookie message?fortune cookie message?

Now, put it all together!Now, put it all together! Explanation + topic + literary device + themeExplanation + topic + literary device + theme

Sample:Sample:After George’s mean outburst about how much better After George’s mean outburst about how much better off he’d be without Lennie (sparked by Lennie wanting some off he’d be without Lennie (sparked by Lennie wanting some ketchup), Lennie is the one who makes the first move to ketchup), Lennie is the one who makes the first move to apologize. apologize. Even after this awful fight, the men’s Even after this awful fight, the men’s friendshipfriendship has has a simple and remarkable earnestness. George grudgingly a simple and remarkable earnestness. George grudgingly knows he’s wrong and in fact really loves his friend, and even knows he’s wrong and in fact really loves his friend, and even though Lennie can’t express it in a terribly complex way, he though Lennie can’t express it in a terribly complex way, he loves George back. loves George back. Through characterization the reader learns Through characterization the reader learns that true friendship requires elements of compromise/ that true friendship requires elements of compromise/ sacrifice, forgiveness, selflessness and even love.sacrifice, forgiveness, selflessness and even love.

No, your answer does not need to be as wordy as mine No, your answer does not need to be as wordy as mine

Whip Around!Whip Around!

All the groups will take turns reading their All the groups will take turns reading their responses aloud.responses aloud.

FriendshipFriendship PowerPower LonelinessLoneliness Loyalty and SacrificeLoyalty and Sacrifice DreamsDreams

Remember:Remember:

Think outside of the box!Think outside of the box!

Don’t be afraid to ask for help!Don’t be afraid to ask for help!

Notes:Notes:

At the bottom of your T.O.D., please write At the bottom of your T.O.D., please write down any questions or confusion you may still down any questions or confusion you may still have about completing the dialectical journal.have about completing the dialectical journal.

This PPT will be available for continued This PPT will be available for continued viewing on my LQ webpage along with the viewing on my LQ webpage along with the sample dialectical journal handout.sample dialectical journal handout.

The EndThe End

This concludes the M&M DJ PPT.This concludes the M&M DJ PPT.

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