Monday, November 24, 2008

Trial of Chairman Mao: Witness Order

Block C:
Prosecution Witness Order: Defense Witness Order:
Jason: Ji-Yong (Shurjo) Clara: Chang Hong (Jee Hoon)
Astrid: Ji-Li Mother (Claudia) Faraaz: Yin Lan Lan (Vio)
Jason: An Yi (Shadab) Clara: Officer Ma (Adit)
Jason: Song Po-po (Rudy) Faraaz: Teacher Gu (Aiman)
Jason: Ji-Li father (Tristin) Clara: Six Fingers (Tomas)
Astrid: Grandmother (Rowan) Faraaz: Dui Hai (Rigsby)
Astrid: Ji-Li (Ambrin) Faraaz: Chairman Jin (Aiman)
Faraaz: Thin Face (Adit)
Clara: Mao Ze-dong (Mae)
Block E:
Prosecution Witness Order: Defense Witness Order:

Block G:
Prosecution Witness Order: Defense Witness Order:

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

RSG: Trial Prep

Trial of Chairman Mao: Witness Question Sheet
Directions: You as a witness are to write four questions and answers in the perspective of your character using the book as a reference. You should find passages from the novel in support of Chairman Mao OR evidence against him depending the side of the case you are representing. Remember to USE page numbers and POST these questions on your blog. Lawyers, use this document to create cross-examination questions. Two per character should be sufficient.

Character: Student Name:

1. Question:
Answer: (include page #)

2. Question:

Answer: (include page #)

3. Question:

Answer: (include page #)

4. Question:

Answer: (include page #)

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

RED SCARF GIRL

DO YOU KNOW PROPAGANDA
WHEN YOU SEE IT?

Critical readers keep their eyes peeled for propaganda. Propaganda is writing that tries to persuade you to behave or believe a certain way. Look for examples of these propaganda techniques in advertisements, articles, campaign ads, essays, and speeches.

Assignment. Pay attention the world around you and bring in an example of printed propaganda whether it be a political slogan or an ad for your favorite toothpaste.

Testimonials.
A famous person tells you how wonderful a product or idea is.
(“I use it because….I think this way because….”)

Bandwagoning.
The writer suggests that “most people” are in favor of a product or idea—and you’ll be “left out” if you don’t agree.

Glittering Generalities.
“New and Improved!”
“More than Before!”
“Extra Strength!”

“Plain Folks.”
The writer uses informal, “at home” language.
“Like you, I believe that….”

Name Calling.
“The senator is a racist because….”

Appeals to Prestige.
“Dare to be different….”
“You’re not the average person….”
“Only a very few people are privileged to….”

Emotional Language.
“Mom, the flag, and apple pie….’
“Act quickly—before it’s too late….”
“This little girl has never had a new toy….”
“You may already be a winner!”