Brave+New+World+Discussion

This page is open for discussion about the dystopian novel //Brave New World// by Aldous Huxley. The discussion will remain open until Tuesday, June 14th at midnight.


 * __Instructions__**
 * Choose a quote that expresses an interesting concept or theme from //Brave New World//. Copy the quote and provide appropriate in-text citation. Write a 3-5 sentence response to the ideas conveyed in the quote. You may also include related questions to which your classmates may respond.
 * Post one discussion thread from the first half of the book and one from the second.
 * You will be expected to provide a thoughtful, respectful reply to at least two people’s posts. Answer their questions, challenge their analysis, or make your own predictions.
 * You may reply to an additional two posts for extra credit, but extra credit points depend on both the quality and quantity of the response.

__**Discussion Tips**__
 * Be sure to title your discussion thread with either the theme or the key words in the quote.
 * Include the identity of the author as well as your level of agreement in the beginning of your reply.
 * Type your discussion or reply in a word processing document and run spell check before posting.
 * Respect everyone's right to a difference of opinion, but use textual evidence or real-life examples to convince others of your opinion.
 * Remember that while you must be a member to post a discussion thread or reply here, anyone can read the online discussion. Use discretion in your choice of words and personal situations to include. Thank you!

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 * __//Brave New World// Reading Checks__**
 * Friday, 5/20 - Chs. 1-3
 * Wednesday, 5/25 - Chs. 4-6
 * Tuesday, 5/31 - Chs. 7-10
 * Click on the following link to take the Block 2 Brave New World Ch. 7-10 Quiz.
 * Click on the following link to take the Block 3 Brave New World Ch. 7-10 Quiz.
 * Friday, 6/3 - Chs. 11-13
 * Wednesday, 6/8 - Chs. 14-18
 * Click on the following link to take the Block 2 Brave New World Ch. 14-18 Quiz (Form A).
 * Click on the following link to take the Block 2 Brave New World Ch. 14-18 Quiz (Form B)
 * Click on the following link to take the Block 3 Brave New World Ch. 14-18 Quiz (Form A).
 * Click on the following link to take the Block 3 Brave New World Ch. 14-18 Quiz (Form B).