Activity+1_5+The+Departure+Part+Two


 * Bellringer:**
 * Today's Concept:** //Elements of a Story//

Define the following terms:
 * setting
 * character
 * conflict
 * point of view (POV)
 * dialogue
 * pacing


 * Learning Targets:**
 * Analyze a story for archetypal structure and narrative techniques.
 * Draft the opening of an //original// Hero's Journey narrative.

1. On Friday, we read Ray Bradbury's "The Drummer Boy of Shiloh" and previewed the questions that followed the story. Today, we are answering those seven questions found on pages 20-21 and submitting them for a minor grade.
 * Activities:**

2. Students will complete the character sketch of their original hero on the handout from page 23. This will form the basis for tomorrow's writing as we will complete a rough draft that will demonstrate students' understanding of The Departure.