Tuesday, February 22, 2011.

1. Revise "Special Place" essay by placing a box around one example of snapshot, one example of thoughtshot, one simile, one metaphor, and one example of personification. If you don't have these, then box the places where these are needed.

2. Complete "Revising and Editing" part of TAKS test: 32-51 on scantron. 51 will be hand-written on the bottom of scantron.

3. Begin rough draft of "Surroundings Essay" :Write an essay explaining how your surroundings can affect your life. One sheet, front and back. Include at least two snapshots, two thoughtshots, one metaphor, one simile, and one example of personification.

Bring completed "Surroundings" essay (first draft) to class tomorrow.