Friday, September 10, 2010

Calvin and Hobbes Pyramid

Rix
English 7
Calvin and Hobbes Story Pyramid

After discussing the example comic strip, you will now break down one on your own.
First…
This is a pair assignment. Your partner is your neighbor. Together, cut out (carefully, each panel of your strip.
Second, organize each panel into categories: Exposition, rising action, climax, and resolution. You will have to order each in the sequence that it occurred.
Third, draw, neatly, a story pyramid on your large paper and place each slide where it fits along the pyramid.
Now you will need to write a caption for each stage of the pyramid, Use correct spelling, punctuation and grammar:
Exposition: Include reference to character, setting, and background.
Rising Action: Identify the conflict.
Climax: Identify ONE climactic event.
Resolution: Explain and predict the outcomes.
Finally, create a properly formatted heading and creative title in ink.
Grading will be done based on a 4 pt. rubric scale that will have an emphasis on neatness and appearance so work carefully. All work will be done in class.