November 15th & 16th
Essential Questions: How do authors use their own experiences to develop themes as comments on the human condition? How do literary devices help to communicate these themes?
Objectives:
Content Objective: In my study of reading strategies and literary devices, I will be able to analyze a novel for the author's use of literary devices to develop theme.
Language Objective: I will show what I have learned by writing literary responses to reading.
Focus:
Symbolism
Literary/Rhetorical Devices
Handouts:
2nd 9 Weeks Calendar and Gatsby Reading Schedule
Literary & Rhetorical Devices Reading Journal (will be double quiz grade) MUST do 3-4 per chapter!
Activities:
Brief Discussion: Literary Devices
Read Chapter 1 and fill in Journal (3-4 entries)
Homework:
Read Chapter 2 and fill in Journal (at least 3-4)
QUIZ NEXT CLASS OVER CHAPTERS 1-2
Unit 4 Vocab Quiz will be November 30th (Red) and December 1st (Blue)