Introduction
For this assignment, you will answer a series of questions that will help you get to know the author, Silas House.
Task
You have three tasks:
Task 1: Do some research and find the answers to some personal questions.
Task 2: More research...find the answers to some professional questions.
Task 3: After reading the descriptions, from one of his other novels, which one do you think you would like to read? Tell why.
Process
To get started, write or type the personal and professional questions:
When was he born?
Where does he live?
What is his college education background?
Does he have children? If so, how many?
What type of pets does he have...how many?
What is the name of the first novel that he wrote and when was it published?
When did he write Eli the Good?
Has he received any awards? If so, name a few.
Has he written plays?
What are the names of the other novels he has written?
*Use the following websites to find the answers.
http://www.berea.edu/appalachian-center/home
Finally, complete task 3:
After reading the descriptions, from his other novels, which one do you think you would like to read? Tell why.
Evaluation
Points possible-40
There will be a 1 point deduction for each incomplete answer.
Conclusion
Now that you have completed the WebQuest, we will begin reading Eli the Good.