Instructions for  stories from Say You’re One of Them, by Uwem Akpan.

Due Monday October 22.

Basic Criteria*

1. Finish reading, “An Ex-mas Feast”.

2. Read the interview with Uwem Akpan at the back of the packet.

3.Choose 1 question to answer from each of the clusters of questions at the back 1, 2, 4 and 7. Make sure to answer clearly restating the question and to support your opinion with evidence from the text using quotes around anything you cite.

Challenge Criteria*

1. Finish reading “An Ex-mas Feast”

2. Read “What Language is That?”

3. Read the interview with Uwem Akpan

4. Choose 2 questions to address from each of the clusters of questions at the back 1, 2, 4, 7 and 8. Make sure to formulate responses clearly, restating the questions and supporting your opinion with evidence from the text using quotes around anything you cite.

*Basic Criteria meets proficiency for grade-level requirements. Basic criteria is C level work. This level work is complete, accurate, and shows an understanding of the material.

*Challenge Criteria is A/B level work.  Here I am looking for depth of thought, analysis, and exploration of the topic. I expect the work to challenge you. This level work shows ownership of the topic.