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Quarter 2 Outside Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies

For this quarter's outside reading assignment you will be reading either a biography or autobiography.  Then, select ONE of the following options to complete for a test grade.


Option A: Write a 5 paragraph essay focused on why the focus of the book selected is a hero.
biography_paper.docx
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​Option B: Create a poster for the book, selecting actors and actresses to play the roles of the focus of the book and 3 other characters.
biography_poster.docx
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