Word of the Day for March 26, 2008

deft
Function: adjective
Definition: skillful; dexterous

Today in Class – March 25, 2008

Today in class we continued reading Winter Dreams by F. Scott Fitzgerald (on page 587 of the Elements of Literature textbook). We discussed the plot of the story and theme of dreams. If you missed class today, you will need to finish reading the story; you may read it online using the link below. Please be [...]

Word of the Day for March 25, 2008

wane
Function 1: verb
Definition 1: to diminish; to decline or decrease gradually
Function 2: noun
Definition 2: a decreasing; a period of decline

Word of the Day for March 24, 2008

astute
Function: adjective
Definition: having or showing shrewdness and perspicacity <an astute observer> <astute remarks>; crafty, wily

Today in Class – March 24, 2008

Today in class we began reading Winter Dreams by F. Scott Fitzgerald (on page 587 of the Elements of Literature textbook). Before reading, I gave everyone the short version of his biography. If you missed class today, you will need to read the biography of F. Scott Fitzgerald and the short story in the textbook, [...]

Word of the Day for March 20, 2008

lament
Function 1: verb
Definition 1: to express grief, sorrow, or remorse
Function 2: noun
Definition 2: an expression of sorrow or affliction

Word of the Day for March 19, 2008

cerebral
Function: Adjective
Definition: of the brain or the intellect

Word of the Day for March 18, 2008

encroach
Function: verb
Definition: to intrude on the possession or rights of another

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Interested in learning a little more about the origins of St. Patrick’s Day? Follow the link below to view a video clip and play a game related to this holiday celebrating Irish heritage.
The History of St. Patrick’s Day

Word of the Day for March 17, 2008

incite
Function: verb
Definition: to provoke to action; to instigate