SFC Riess Pellegrino
SFC Riess Pellegrino
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Riess_Pellegrino@srqit.sarasota.k12.fl.us
Quarterly Book Report Requirements
JROTC
DUE MARCH 1, 2007
Cadets must bring book to ROTC every Wednesday thru Friday, starting with Wednesday, January 17th.
Cadets will read for a minimum of 15 minutes every Wednesday and Thursday, and Fridays during inclement weather. Each reading period will be followed by 5 minutes to write key points/highlights of what they read.
Choose one of the following for your book report:
EVENT LEADERS
9/11 George Washington
War on Terror Abraham Lincoln
Vietnam War Martin Luther King Jr
Korean War Condoleezza Rice
WWII Gen Colin Powell
Civil War Gen Tommy Franks
Book Report must be 3 typed (lose 30 pts if not typed), double spaced pages and address the following questions.
1. Why did you make this pick?
2. If you chose an event, explain in depth, the history leading up to it. Both sides/positions must be addressed (Friend and Enemy). You must identify 2 key events that contributed to the war/attack to actually take place. Name 2 key individuals involved and how they had an impact on the event. How did this event impact or affect your thinking or way of life.
3. If you chose a leader, you must identify their military experience with type of service, dates and positions/jobs held in the military. Additionally, you must explain their rise to power; state what they were known for and what they did for the previous 10 years and significant accomplishments during that time. Explain what kind of leader they are/were and list 2 examples supporting your position/opinion.
4. You must bring in your book on your “15 MIN READING time”, which will be counted as part of your employability points (40 pts: preparation, participation) for that week. Your book may require you to read more then the allotted time in class, therefore, you may need to read out of the classroom.
Your grade will be 100 point and weighed as a test:
WRITTEN REPORT (60):
Grammar and neatness = 20 points
Content = 40 points
2 MINUTE PRESENTATION (40)
Presentation = 10 pts
Knowledge = 30 pts
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