WOD: myth (n) -- a traditional story, esp. one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events; a humorous or horrific story or piece of information circulated as though true.

Columbus Day activity. Handouts, discuss, and:
QW: Is history a permanent, unchanging story (myth) of the past or is it something that changes over time? (Think about the story of Columbus)?

Spelling pretest Unit 3 Trade/grade/ Sentences and post-test on Friday
Check and go over comma splices & run ons

Make sure you are reading biography. First progress report due Tues, 10/21.

HW: Due Tuesday: Comma splices and run ons (#2) handout