the following are vocab words from "The Sniper" that we went over in class: enveloped, beleaguered, spasmodically, ascetic, fanatic, parapet, turret, paroxysm, ruse, silhouetted, remorse, gibber, and report. You must know the meaning of these words, at least one synonym, and at least one antonym. THERE WILL BE A VOCAB TEST ON WEDNESDAY, DAY 3. I also feel that any word from the story can appear on the test, even if we have not specifically discussed it.
Class One (due Tuesday): We know that the topic of "The Sniper" is war. But what is O'Flaherty's purpose? Why did he write this short story as the civil war raged? In a multiple paragraph essay, decide why O'Flaherty, a veteran of "The Troubles," wrote "The Sniper." Underline your thesis statement and support your position with at least three textual details. Remember that you must explain/analyze each of those details and clearly demonstrate how those details support your thesis statement. Stick to the format and do not forget to DOUBLE SPACE. And remember: you can no longer use contractions.
Class Two: In a multiple paragraph essay, compare and contrast the views of war in "The Charge of the Light Brigade," and O'Flaherty's "The Sniper." Use textual details from both pieces to support your findings.
Class Five: Same as Class One.
Class Six: Same as Class One.
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