Copy down the following definition and examples about colons:

Use a colon [ : ] before a LIST that is preceded by a clause that can stand by itself.  

Ex: I’m enrolled in the following classes: English, science, algebra, and math.

 Create three sentences of your own using colons properly.

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

Author of novels, poems, short prose, films, and essays

Born in Wellpinit, WA in 1966Spokane Indian ReservationBorn hydrocephalic (water on the brain),

Surgery at 6 months.Read Grapes of Wrath at 5 years old.Decided to attended white high school.

Saw his mom’s name in a school textbook.

Struggled with alcoholism. Dropped out of school for two years. Has been sober since age 23.

Went back to Washington State University Won over 15 major awards .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwiQb8OQ6dY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBko_fui-i4

State whether you agree or disagree for each statement and explain why in 1-2 sentences for each one.

Native Americans have never been discriminated against.In order to be accepted by others you must lie about your heritage. Stereotypes are never true.You should always live up to the expectations others have for you instead of following your own goals you have set for yourself.A person’s responsibility to their family (or their tribe or community) should take precedence over their individual goals (or dreams).