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Name: Class:READING

Native SonMaxs Speech: Newscast

In Book 3 ofNative Son, Richard Wright includes several newspaper accounts ofthe events as they unfold. Now is your chance to play news people and reportan objective account of your assigned section of Maxs speech. You will completethis activity in groups and produce the following products:

1. Organized notes2. A catchy headline3. A key soundbite4. Class presentation of your newscastno more than 3 minutes long

Timeline

Day 2Read your assigned section of Maxs speech together.Begin working on group notes, script writing, andorganizing your newscast.

After Day 2 -- TheWeekend

Practice your newscast. Finalize materials (scripts, notes)to turn in. Check with Ms. P if your group would like tofilm your newscast outside of class instead of performingin class.

Day 1 of Next Week10 minutes to organize last-minute details for yournewscast. Present Newscasts. Turn in all finalizedmaterials.

In your small group, Complete the following tasksDay 3:1) Assign Group Roles (some people might take

2):1. Reporters (need 2)you will perform the

newscast. Think about costumes, props, and a set to use! Maybe you want toorganize background music for your entrance and exit, just like a newscaston TV. You WILL NOT read word-for-word from your scriptyou can only usea script to glance at.

2. Notetakeryou will take notes on group work, outlining what each groupmember did and what ideas they provided. Type your final submission,please.

3. Script Writeryou will write and typed the script that the reporters will use.Make sure the font is big enough for reporters to read.

4. Directormake sure the newscast is organized.2) Read your assigned pages together.3) Begin organizing newscast. Make sure your newscast answers thesequestions in your report:

1. What is the main argument Max makes here?2. How does this argument relate to the other themes we have outlined in class

discussion (think Wrights philosophy, rape, etc.)3. How effectively do you think Max is in reaching his audience? EVALUATE his

message and PREDICT how his audience will react.4. What is the key quote here? Use this as a soundbite to use in your

newscast.

My Groups Assigned Pages:

My Group Role(s):

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Once you have completed the tasks above, you are ready to organize yournewscast. Start with the script of what each reporter will say and how he/she willpresent the information. Think about how our local news is presented. Enjoy!

Points Breakdown:Organized Notes & Materials 5 pointsCatchy Headline 5 pointsKey soundbite 5 pointsCreativity and Fun in Newscastnon-boring newscasts only, please 10pointsTOTAL 25 points (class participation)