Quick Write Assignments
Quick Write #1 (November 29, 2022): Choose any persuasive topic of your choice, and satirically
write approximately two paragraphs "making fun of it"
Quick Write #2 (January 4, 2023): In reflection of "The Californian's Tale" complete the "To Tell
the Truth" assignment on page 256.
Quick Write #3 (February 8, 2023): Suppose George had time to consider and write about
Lennie's actions. Write a one page diary entry from George's viewpoint that reflects on his feelings
about Lennie, how he should handle Lennie's newest "trouble" and what this means for their future
dreams.
Quick Write #4 (March 24, 2023): Respond to the Creative Writing "A Dog's Life" on page 430,,,,
write a half to whole page response after reading the excerpt from "Travels with Charley."
Quick Write #5 (May 24, 2023): Write a one page epilogue to the book That Was Then This is
Now... imagine that five years have passed since the events described in the final chapter of the
novel. Tell how the main characters of the novel have continued on with their lives.
