The Last Saskatchewan Pirate

MAKING SENSE OF IT ALL

What is the C.P line? ______

What is the Jolly Roger? ______

Draw it here:

Define “at large” ______

Synonyms for “at large” ______

Define barge ______

Synonyms for barge ______

Define buccaneer ______

Synonyms for buccaneer ______

Define Stetson ______

Synonyms for Stetson ______

Define Plunder ______

Synonyms for plunder ______

Read The Last Saskatchewan Pirate page 28/29 of Sightlines book

What is the poem about?

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If you were to make this poem into a song, describe the type of music you would use and explain why. Use specifics from the poem to guide your choice in music.

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LISTEN TO THE SONG…

Satire and The Last Saskatchewan Pirate

Define Satire______

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What are 4 facts that we know about the landscape of Saskatchewan

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Using what you know about Saskatchewan and the prairies, explain why this song is considered a satire. [Be specific] Use a separate piece of paper if you wish.

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You already wrote what the song is about, but now that you know it is a satire tell me what is the song actually talking about? What message are the Arrogant Worms trying to send?

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What kind of music did the Arrogant Worms use for their song? ______

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Why do you think they used that type of music?

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Did you like the poem better before or after you heard the song? ______

Explain why. ______

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Looking back at the music you chose for the song, would you have chosen differently if you knew what satire was? ______Explain Why ______

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Rubric for the Last Saskatchewan Pirate.

Task / Below Level / Emerging / Skilled / Insightful
MAKE SENSE OF IT ALL
2.3.3 VOCABULARY - recognize the derivation and use of words, phrases, and jargon. / Shows an excellent understanding how to make sense of words using context and synonyms.
v  SATIRE and TLSP
v  1.2.3 COMBINE IDEAS - Structure and restructure ideas and information to extend current understanding and to broaden personal perspectives of the world / Displays an extended understanding of satire through specific and detailed answers. Clearly understands the difference between what the song is about and what it is actually means
READ/LISTEN TO SONG
2.2.1 EXPERIENCE VARIOUS TEXTS explain various interpretations of the same text / Explains various interpretations of the same text clearly and specifically. Looking at meaning and music before and after learning about satire.
PREDICTION OF MUSIC
1.1.1. EPRESS IDEAS - Question and reflect on personal responses, predictions, and interpretations. / Reflects on personal predictions, and interpretations thoughtfully, and with excellent detail.

Positives Working Toward