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CoreEnglish I (2013) / Introduction to Literature and Composition

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Introduction to Literature and Composition covers literature study, reading, writing, and language. Students exploreliterature from around the world, including the following genres: short story, poetry, memoir, autobiography, drama, and epic.They read examples of informational writing, such as a letter, web site, magazine article, newspaper article, speech, editorial,and movie or book review. Along the way, they acquire and practice reading skills and strategies that are directly applicableto these literary and informational reading materials. In addition, students develop and practice writing and language skills.They employ the writing process to create narrative, expository, and persuasive compositions. They also learn to create andevaluate media presentations and oral presentations and to fine-tune their listening skills.

The content is based on the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) standards and is aligned to state standards.

Length: Two semesters

UNIT 1: THE SHORT STORY, PART 1

LESSON 1: T HE SHAPE OF A ST ORY

Journal: Building SuspenseWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on PlotRead one writer's explanation of plot development.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on PlotTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the Shape of a StoryIdentify the building blocks of plot. Explain why conflict is central to plot development.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand the Shape of a StoryTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" by Flannery O'ConnorRead and comprehend a short story by Flannery O'Connor.Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" by Flannery O'ConnorTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Creating T ensionDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze the Shape of a StoryAnalyze how Flannery O'Connor's choices in structuring "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" and ordering events created

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tension and surprise.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze the Shape of a StoryTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Building SuspenseExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : CapitalizationConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: IntroductionUse a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 2: SET T ING, CHARACT ER, AND DIALOGUE

Journal: How Place Affects PeopleWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Character DevelopmentRead one writer's perspective on character development.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Character DevelopmentTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Setting Character and DialogueRecognize how setting and character development advance plot.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Setting Character and DialogueTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: "T he Chrysanthemums" by John SteinbeckRead and comprehend a short story by John Steinbeck.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "T he Chrysanthemums" by John SteinbeckTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: What the Character WantsDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Setting, Character, and DialogueAnalyze how John Steinbeck's choices in the details of setting and character development work together to advanceplot.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze Setting, Character, and Dialogue


Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Setting and CharacterExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : End PunctuationConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Purpose, Part 1Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 3: POINT OF VIEW, T ONE, AND T HEME

Journal: Different PerspectivesWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on T hemeRead an essay about theme in literature.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on T hemeTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand T heme and Point of ViewCompare the points of view in selected excerpts, analyzing their effect.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand T heme and Point of ViewTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: "T he Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins GilmanRead and comprehend a short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "T he Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins GilmanTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: T he State of the NarratorDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze T heme and Point of ViewExamine how Charlotte Perkins Gilman's decisions about point of view and word choice create a tone and develop thestory's theme.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze T heme and Point of ViewTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Summaries and Opinions


Explore how to evaluate sources in conducting research and how to present the results of research in an essay andpresentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : CommasConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Project: Revision Strategies: Purpose, Part 2Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit a presentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 4: WRAP-UP: T HE SHORT ST ORY, PART 1

Review: T he Short Story, Part 1Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

T est (CS): T he Short Story, Part 1Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 40 points

T est (T S): T he Short Story, Part 1Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 45 points

UNIT 2: THE SHORT STORY, PART 2

LESSON 1: CHARACT ER AND SYMBOL

Journal: Your IdentityWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Symbols and ArtifactsRead and comprehend an essay on the symbolism of cultural artifacts and heirlooms.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Symbols and ArtifactsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Characters through SymbolsRecognize the ways writers use character development to further plot and develop theme.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Characters through SymbolsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: "Everyday Use" by Alice WalkerRead and comprehend a short story by Alice WalkerDuration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "Everyday Use" by Alice WalkerTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Cultural IdentityDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.


Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Characters T hrough SymbolsExamine how Alice Walker develops the cultural identity of her characters by using symbolic objects.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze Characters T hrough SymbolsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: ArgumentExplore the process of writing an argument supported by valid reasoning, relevant and sufficient evidence, and usingeffective technique and appropriate language.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Verbs, Adverbs, and AdjectivesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Organization, Part 1Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 2: MAGICAL REALISM

Journal: Being an OutsiderWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on the Roots of Magical RealismRead and comprehend an essay on magical realism.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on the Roots of Magical RealismTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Magical RealismRecognize the elements of magical realism and the effects writers and artists strive to attain by using those elements.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Magical RealismTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: "T he Nose" by Nikolai GogolRead and comprehend a short story by Nikolai Gogol.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "T he Nose" by Nikolai GogolTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: T he UnexpectedDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Magical RealismExamine how Nikolai Gogol develops theme and plot through the use of magical realism techniques.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points


Quiz: Analyze Magical RealismTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Argumentative EssayExplore how to evaluate sources in conducting research and how to present the results of research in an essay andpresentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Parallel StructureConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Organization, Part 2Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 3: GOT HIC LIT ERAT URE

Journal: FearWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on the Origins of the GothicRead and comprehend an essay about the Gothic genre.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on the Origins of the GothicTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Gothic Elements in LiteratureRecognize how gothic elements in literature create effects such as mystery, tension, and surprise.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Gothic Elements in LiteratureTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: "T he Black Cat" by Edgar Allan PoeRead and comprehend a short story by Edgar Allan Poe.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "T he Black Cat" by Edgar Allan PoeTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Choose Your NarratorDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Gothic Elements in LiteratureAnalyze how Poe's choices in structuring the story, ordering events, and manipulating time create such effects asmystery, tension, and surprise.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze Gothic Elements in LiteratureTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points


Study: Explore Essay Writing: ClarityExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Sentence StructureConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Project: Revision Strategies: Organization, Part 3Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit a presentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 4: WRAP-UP: T HE SHORT ST ORY, PART 2

Review: T he Short Story Part 2Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

T est (CS): T he Short Story Part 2Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 40 points

T est (T S): T he Short Story Part 2Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 45 points

UNIT 3: POETRY

LESSON 1: READING POET RY

Journal: Choosing a FormWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Getting Comfortable with PoetryRead and comprehend three poems.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Getting Comfortable with PoetryTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Poetic LanguageIdentify the types of figurative language and other elements of poetry.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Poetic LanguageTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: T hree PoemsRead and comprehend three poems.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: T hree PoemsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Effective LanguageDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond to


your peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Poetic LanguageIdentify and analyze the uses of figurative language and the elements of poetry in three poems.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze Poetic LanguageTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Presentations: Finding Visual MetaphorsExplore how to evaluate sources in conducting research and how to present the results of research in an essay andpresentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Phrases and ClausesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Project: Revision Strategies: T one, Part 1Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit a presentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 2: T HE SHAPE OF POET RY

Journal: How Poets CommunicateWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Meter, Rhyme, and FormRead and comprehend an essay on meter, rhyme, and form.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Meter, Rhyme, and FormTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the Functions of the FormRecognize how the form of poetry has served both purposeful and artistic functions throughout history.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand the Functions of the FormTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: T hree PoemsRead, comprehend, and compare three poems.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: T hree PoemsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Words versus PicturesDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze the Functions of the FormCompare how three poems use different techniques to explore a similar theme.



Quiz: Analyze the Functions of the FormTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Choosing the Right DetailsExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Noun and Verb PhrasesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: T one, Part 2Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 3: POET RY AND ART

Journal: What Artists WantWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: T he Story of Daedalus and IcarusRead and comprehend the mythological story "Daedalus and Icarus."Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: T he Story of Daedalus and IcarusTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand How Artists Build on Source MaterialRecognize how artists and writers have drawn from source material throughout history.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand How Artists Build on Source MaterialTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: T wo Poems; One PaintingRead two poems about a painting.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: T wo Poems; One PaintingTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: T he Poems' Real T hemesDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze How Artists Build on Source MaterialCompare and analyze how a painter and two poets have drawn on and interpreted original source material.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze How Artists Build on Source MaterialTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.



Study: Explore Essay Writing: Comparing and ContrastingExplore the process of writing an argument supported by valid reasoning, relevant and sufficient evidence, and usingeffective technique and appropriate language.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Prepositions and PhrasesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: T one, Part 3Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 4: WRAP-UP: POET RY

Review: PoetryPrepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

T est (CS): PoetryTake a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 40 points

T est (T S): PoetryTake a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 45 points

UNIT 4: THE NOVELLA: FRANZ KAFKA'S THE METAMORPHOSISLESSON 1: T RANSLAT ION

Journal: Changing IdentitiesWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Literature in T ranslationRead and comprehend an essay about literature in translation.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Literature in T ranslationTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand T ranslationsExplore the effects of translation on literature.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand T ranslationsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: T he Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, Part 1Read and comprehend the first part of The Metamorphosis.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: T he Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, Part 1Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Being a Bug


Discuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze the T ranslation of Kafka's T he MetamorphosisAnalyze how The Metamorphosis is translated.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze the T ranslation of Kafka's T he MetamorphosisTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Narrative WritingExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : MorphemesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Language, Part 1Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 2: CONT EXT AND T HEME

Journal: Love and FearWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: "Letter to His Father" by Franz KafkaRead and comprehend "Letter to His Father."Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "Letter to His Father" by Franz KafkaTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the Context of StoriesUnderstand how context affects The Metamorphosis.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand the Context of StoriesTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: T he Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, Part 2Read and comprehend the second part of The Metamorphosis.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points


Discuss: Being HumanDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze T hemes in Life and Literature


Analyze the themes of The Metamorphosis.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze T hemes in Life and LiteratureTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Narrative WritingExplore the process of writing an argument that is supported by valid reasoning and relevant, sufficient evidence andthat uses effective technique and appropriate language.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Commonly Misspelled WordsConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Language, Part 2Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 3: KAFKA'S HERO

Journal: PredictionsWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on MetaphorRead and comprehend an essay on the portrayal of heroism in texts and images.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on MetaphorTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand T ransformationExamine the transformations that happen throughout The Metamorphosis.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand T ransformationTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: T he Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, Part 3Read and comprehend the final part of The Metamorphosis.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points


Discuss: T he Second MetamorphosisDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze the Resolution of the T he MetamorphosisAnalyze the larger themes of The Metamorphosis.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze the Resolution of the T he Metamorphosis



Study: Explore Essay Writing: Narrative WritingExplore the process of writing an argument that is supported by valid reasoning and relevant, sufficient evidence andthat uses effective technique and appropriate language.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Pronoun-Antecedent AgreementConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Project: Revision Strategies: Language, Part 3Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit a presentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 4: WRAP-UP: T HE NOVELLA: FRANZ KAFKA'S T HE MET AMORPHOSIS

Review: T he Novella: Franz Kafka's T he MetamorphosisPrepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

T est (CS): T he Novella: Franz Kafka's T he MetamorphosisTake a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 40 points

T est (T S): T he Novella: Franz Kafka's T he MetamorphosisTake a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 45 points

UNIT 5: SEMESTER WRAP-UP

LESSON 1: SEMEST ER WRAP-UP

Review: Semester ReviewPrepare for the semester exam by reviewing key concepts covered in this semester.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Exam: Semester ExamTake a computer-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in this semester.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 50 points

Final Exam: Semester ExamTake a teacher-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in this semester.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 50 points

UNIT 6: DRAMA: SHAKESPEARE'S MACBETHLESSON 1: MURDER AND MAYHEM AND MACBET H

Journal: Making PredictionsWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Shakespeare's LanguageRead and comprehend an essay on the language of Shakespeare's plays.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Shakespeare's LanguageTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the World and Words of Shakespeare


Examine the historical context and literary devices of Shakespearean drama.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand the World and Words of ShakespeareTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Part 1Read and comprehend the beginning acts of Macbeth.Duration: 2 hrs Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Part 1Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Macbeth's IndependenceDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze How Shakespeare Develops CharacterAnalyze how Shakespeare created tension and suspense through character development.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze How Shakespeare Develops CharacterTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: ArgumentExplore the process of writing an argument that is supported by valid reasoning and relevant, sufficient evidence andthat uses effective technique and appropriate language.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Modif iers and ParticipialsConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Audience, Part 1Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 2: T HE SUPERNAT URAL IN SHAKESPEARE

Journal: T he Supernatural in Your LifeWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on the Supernatural and ShakespeareRead and comprehend an essay on the historical context of the supernatural in Shakespeare's time.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on the Supernatural and ShakespeareTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the Supernatural in MacbethExamine the use of the supernatural in Macbeth and analyze how Shakespeare used literary devices to build suspense.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand the Supernatural in Macbeth



Read: Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Part 2Read and comprehend the middle acts of Macbeth.Duration: 2 hrs Scoring: 0 points


Discuss: Superstition T odayDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze the Supernatural in MacbethAnalyze how the language and rhythm of Macbeth affect the reading of the play.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze the Supernatural in MacbethTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: NarrativeExplore the process of writing a narrative to develop real or imagined experiences, using effective technique andappropriate language.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Colons and SemicolonsConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Audience, Part 2Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 3: INT ERPRET AT IONS OF HEROISM

Journal: What Makes a Hero?Write a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on the T ragic HeroRead and comprehend an essay on the theme of appearance versus reality in Macbeth.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Appearance versus Reality in MacbethTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the T ragic HeroRecognize and examine the contrast between appearances and reality in the first two-thirds of Macbeth.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand the T ragic HeroTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Part 3


Read and comprehend the final acts of Macbeth.Duration: 2 hrs Scoring: 0 points


Discuss: AdaptationDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Different Interpretations of MacbethAnalyze how Shakespeare used character development, language, and other literary devices to create tension anddevelop plot and theme.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze Different Interpretations of MacbethTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Presentations: Video ScriptingExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Parentheses, Dashes, EllipsesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Project: Revision Strategies: Audience, Part 3Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit a presentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 4: WRAP-UP: DRAMA: SHAKESPEARE'S MACBET H

Review: Drama: Shakespeare's MacbethPrepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

T est (CS): Drama: Shakespeare's MacbethTake a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 40 points

T est (T S): Drama: Shakespeare's MacbethTake a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 45 points

UNIT 7: THE RHETORIC OF ARGUMENT

LESSON 1: UNDERST AND ARGUMENT FALLACIES

Journal: Population ImpactWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Logical FallaciesRead and comprehend an essay about logical fallacies and audience appeals.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Logical Fallacies



Study: Understand RhetoricRecognize the three types of audience appeals and common logical fallacies.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand RhetoricTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: An Essay from Beyond the Wall by Edward AbbeyRead and comprehend an argument by Edward Abbey.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay from Beyond the Wall by Edward AbbeyTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: T aking SidesDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze RhetoricCategorize Abbey's audience appeals based on language and rhetorical decisions, and identify any logical fallacies in hisargument.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze RhetoricTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: ArgumentExplore the process of writing an argument that is supported by valid reasoning and relevant, sufficient evidence andthat uses effective technique and appropriate language.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Revising Choppy SentencesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Flow, Part 1Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 2: CHOOSING SIDES IN ARGUMENT S

Journal: Distributing ResourcesWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: "One Poor Harvest Away from Chaos" by Geoffrey LeanRead and comprehend an article about dwindling food resources.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "One Poor Harvest Away From Chaos" by Geoffrey LeanTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Bias and Reasoning


Compare the use of rhetorical techniques in a selection of arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Bias and ReasoningTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: "Lifeboat Ethics" by Garrett HardinRead and comprehend an argument by Garrett Hardin.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "Lifeboat Ethics" by Garrett HardinTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: RacismDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Bias and ReasoningAnalyze Hardin's rhetorical techniques and assess his reasoning and use of evidence.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze Bias and ReasoningTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: ArgumentExplore the process of writing an objective summary.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Adjective and Adverbial PhrasesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Flow, Part 2Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 3: DIFFERENT FORMS OF ARGUMENT

Journal: StereotypesWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: "T he School Days of an Indian Girl" by Zitkala-Ša (Gertrude Bonnin)Read and comprehend a story by Zitkala-Ša.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "T he School Days of an Indian Girl" by Zitkala-Ša (Gertrude Bonnin)Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Different Argument T ypesIdentify the use of persuasive techniques in varied forms.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Different Argument T ypesTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points


Read: "An Indian Father's Plea" by Medicine Grizzlybear LakeRead and comprehend an argument in the form of a letter by Medicine Grizzlybear Lake.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "An Indian Father's Plea" by Medicine Grizzlybear LakeTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Using EmotionDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze a Different T ype of ArgumentEvaluate the effectiveness of Lake's narrative approach to argument.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze a Different T ype of ArgumentTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: ArgumentExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : ClausesConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Project: Revision Strategies: Flow, Part 3Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit a presentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 4: WRAP-UP: T HE RHET ORIC OF ARGUMENT

Review: T he Rhetoric of ArgumentPrepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

T est (CS): T he Rhetoric of ArgumentTake a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 40 points

T est (T S): T he Rhetoric of ArgumentTake a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 45 points

UNIT 8: THE RHETORIC OF SPEECHES

LESSON 1: SPEECH: WOMEN'S RIGHT S

Journal: DiscriminationWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: "Ain't I A Woman?" by Sojourner T ruthRead and comprehend a speech by Soujourner Truth.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "Ain't I A Woman?" by Sojourner T ruth



Study: Understand How Word Choice and Context MatterRecognize how the tools of rhetoric apply to speeches as well as textual arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand How Word Choice and Context MatterTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: "After Being Convicted of Voting" by Susan B. AnthonyRead and comprehend a speech by Susan B. Anthony.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "After Being Convicted of Voting" by Susan B. AnthonyTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: SuffrageDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze How Word Choice and Context MatterAnalyze and evaluate the effectiveness of Susan B. Anthony's word choice and rhetorical style.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze How Word Choice and Context MatterTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: SpeechesExplore the process of writing an effective speech for a specific purpose and audience.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Figures of SpeechConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Style, Part 1Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 2: SPEECH: CIVIL RIGHT S

Journal: LibertyWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: T he Declaration of Independence and the Gettysburg AddressRead and comprehend the beginning of the Declaration of Independence and the Gettysberg Address.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: T he Declaration of Independence and the Gettysburg AddressTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the Quest for Civil RightsRecognize how word choice and context affect the tone and interpretation of arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points


Quiz: Understand the Quest for Civil RightsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: Nobel Acceptance Speech by Martin Luther King Jr.Read and comprehend a speech by Susan B. Anthony.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Nobel Acceptance Speech by Martin Luther King Jr.Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: American EqualityDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze the Quest for Civil RightsCompare two speeches, determining how each speaker used audience appeal and analyzing which rhetorical deviceseach relied on most.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze the Quest for Civil RightsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Research PresentationsExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Using Words EffectivelyConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Style, Part 2Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 3: SPEECH: HUMAN RIGHT S

Journal: Looking AwayWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: Nobel Acceptance Speech by Elie WieselRead and comprehend Elie Wiesel's Nobel Prize speech.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Nobel Acceptance Speech by Elie WieselTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the Quest for Human RightsPractice drawing inferences from a range of explicit claims, arguments, and observations.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand the Quest for Human RightsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.



Read: "T he Perils of Indifference" by Elie WieselRead and comprehend Elie Wiesel's speech "The Perils of Indifference."Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: "T he Perils of Indifference" by Elie WieselTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Shifting BlameDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze the Quest for Human RightsInterpret any implications in Elie Wiesel's speech.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze the Quest for Human RightsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: ArgumentExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Active and Passive VoiceConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Project: Revision Strategies: Style, Part 3Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit a presentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 4: WRAP-UP: T HE RHET ORIC OF SPEECHES

Review: T he Rhetoric of SpeechesPrepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

T est (CS): T he Rhetoric of SpeechesTake a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 40 points

T est (T S): T he Rhetoric of SpeechesTake a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 45 points

UNIT 9: REINTERPRETING FICTION

LESSON 1: T HE WAR OF T HE WORLDS: T HE BOOK

Journal: Irrational FearsWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Invasion LiteratureRead and comprehend an essay about invasion literature.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points


Quiz: An Essay on Invastion LiteratureTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Invasion LiteratureExplore the context of invasion literature.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Invasion LiteratureTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: T he War of the Worlds by HG WellsRead and comprehend War of the Worlds by HG Wells.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: T he War of the Worlds by HG WellsTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Do You Believe?Discuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Invasion LiteratureEvaluate the techniques of War of the Worlds by HG Wells.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze Invasion LiteratureTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Research PaperExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Using a DictionaryConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Development, Part 1Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 2: T HE WAR OF T HE WORLDS: T HE RADIO BROADCAST

Journal: Is it Fiction?Write a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on HoaxesRead an essay about hoaxes.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on HoaxesTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand Assumptions of T ruth


Explore why people assume certain things to be true.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand Assumptions of T ruthTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Read: T he War of the Worlds on the RadioRead and comprehend the radio broadcast of War of the Worlds.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: T he War of the Worlds on the RadioTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Could It Happen Again?Discuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze Assumptions of T ruthAnalyze the presentation of key conflicts in the story.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze Assumptions of T ruthTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Research PaperExplore the process of writing an essay, including establishing a clear claim, choosing supporting evidence, and usingeffective writing techniques.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Past and PresentConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Practice: Revision Strategies: Development, Part 2Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit an essay.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 3: T HE WAR OF T HE WORLDS: AFT ERWARD

Journal: Media ControlWrite a reflective response to a journal prompt.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 10 points

Read: An Essay on Historical ContextRead and comprehend an essay about historical context of War of the Worlds Radio Broadcast.Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: An Essay on Historical ContextTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Understand the Vulnerability to MediaExplore how media can affect the life of everyday people.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Understand the Vulnerability to Media



Read: Stories After the FactRead and comprehend a newspaper article and watch a short excerpt of a video interview.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Stories After the FactTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 10 mins Scoring: 10 points

Discuss: Mass HysteriaDiscuss a claim about the text you've just read, using evidence from the text to support your stance and respond toyour peers' arguments.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points

Study: Analyze the Vulnerability to MediaAnalyze how different media stories have created mass hysteria.Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points

Quiz: Analyze the Vulnerability to MediaTake a quiz to assess your understanding of the material.Duration: 0 hrs 15 mins Scoring: 20 points

Study: Explore Essay Writing: Research PaperExplore the process of writing a narrative to develop real or imagined experiences, using effective technique andappropriate language.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Checkup: Language Skills : Denotation and ConnotationConnect with and confirm understanding of principles of English grammar.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 0 points

Project: Revision Strategies: Development, Part 3Use a variety of revision strategies to improve and submit a presentation.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 40 points

LESSON 4: WRAP-UP: REINT ERPRET ING FICT ION

Review: Reinterpreting FictionPrepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

T est (CS): Reinterpreting FictionTake a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 40 points

T est (T S): Reinterpreting FictionTake a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit.Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 45 points

UNIT 10: SEMESTER WRAP-UP

LESSON 1: SEMEST ER WRAP-UP

Review: Semester ReviewPrepare for the semester exam by reviewing key concepts covered in this semester.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points

Exam: Semester ExamTake a computer-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in this semester.



Final Exam: Semester ExamTake a teacher-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in this semester.Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 50 points


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