Class today: November 18th

1. Definition of Transcendentalism. Make sure you have the two links of notes on Transcendentalism in your notes. Understanding this 19th Century period in American Literature will help you examine Into the Wild. Look at the influence on Chris McCandless' motivation/characterization... the writing of Krakauer... the structure of writing.... diction/syntax.

2. Watch The Great Gatsby

3. Google Classroom: In Classroom, you will find the writing prompt: 
How does Luhrmann's interpretation of The Great Gatsby align with Fitzgerald's text? How does it differ? 

You will need to post a separate response for how it aligns, and then one post discussing how it diverges from Fitzgerald's original text. Once you have posted your response, you will need to respond to two classmates' posts. Please have this done by Monday, November 18th.