American Novels: The Great Gatsby -
A Story of the "Golden Age".....
Comprehension/Reading/ Analysis/ Literal Understanding: Inferences and Interpretation
✔ Starter: Chapter 1 and 2 Vocabulary (1 - 10)
a. Students shall expand a reading vocabulary by
identifying and correctly using idioms and words with literal and
figurative meanings. Figurative language—simile, metaphor, hyperbole and
imagery. Students shall read and understand works of
literature; analyze the use of literary elements by an author, including
characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style;
analyze the effect of various literary devices.
✔page ✔ Elements of a Novel
a. Students will analyze text features and elements to support inferences and generalizations about information. b. Evaluate the credibility of information sources, including how the writer’s motivation may affect that credibility
✔ ✔The Great Gatsby - by F. Scott Fitzgerald ; students will read orally and answer chapter questions as story progresses. Grades will be given for reading and class discussion
✔ Starter: Chapter 1 and 2 Vocabulary (1 - 10)
a. Students shall expand a reading vocabulary by
identifying and correctly using idioms and words with literal and
figurative meanings. Figurative language—simile, metaphor, hyperbole and
imagery. Students shall read and understand works of
literature; analyze the use of literary elements by an author, including
characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style;
analyze the effect of various literary devices.
✔page ✔ Elements of a Novel
a. Students will analyze text features and elements to support inferences and generalizations about information. b. Evaluate the credibility of information sources, including how the writer’s motivation may affect that credibility
✔ ✔The Great Gatsby - by F. Scott Fitzgerald ; students will read orally and answer chapter questions as story progresses. Grades will be given for reading and class discussion
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