Syllabus, Week 15

Mr. Ditzenberger, 9th Grade Bible
Time: 3 Periods
Unit 4
Week: 15 Dates: November 19-21
1. Students will compare and contrast the movie with Genesis 34-50.
2. Students will observe the themes of fruitfulness and hardship in Exodus 1.
3. Students will simulate the experiences of Moses in Ex 2 and 3.
Monday
Finish Joseph Movie
Read the story of Joseph, Genesis 34-50. Write a one to two page essay that compares and contrasts the movie with the biblical account. Consider any inaccuracies and whether the extra material that was in the movie enhanced the story or detracted from the story. Also discuss whether you believe watching the film helped you understand this part of the Bible. Due Monday after break but you can turn it in early if you like.
Rubric:
Content-the objectives of the assignment are thoroughly covered in a written, single-spaced, one to two page essay. 15 points.
Writing-the writing contains clear introductory and concluding sentences, a clear thesis, and a strong conclusion. 10 points.
Conventions-there are three or fewer errors. 5 points.
Tuesday
1. Opener-when is it OK to disobey the government?
2. Lesson One-slavery in Egypt.
3. Find all the references to fruitfulness and multiplying in Exodus 1.
4. Find all the references to hardship.
Wednesday
Prepare Skits-Exodus 2 and 3.
Present Skits-Exodus 2 and 3.
Thursday
1. Holiday
Friday
1. Holiday