English 9American Literature and Composition utilizes novels, short stories, and poetry from the seventeenth century to the twentieth century. The literature is studied in conjunction with the historical time period of the U.S. History course. The writing focuses on argument and literary analysis. "Close readings" of the literature and Socratic discussions are used to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the authors, their works, and their messages. Materials:
Students will need to bring to class everyday: * A composition notebook * Pens, pencils, and highlighters * A charged laptop Grading:
Assessments (60%)
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Units:
Semester One Unit Zero: Back to Basics Review Packet *Keep all year* Literature Circle Information Unit One: Origins and Encounters (2000 B.C. - A.D. 1620) Native American Traditions Accounts of Exploration & Exploitation Unit Two: From Colony to Country (1620-1800) The Puritan Tradition - The Crucible by Arthur Miller Writers in the Time of Revolution **The Scarlett Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne Unit Three: The Spirit of Individualism (1800-1855) Romanticism and Transcendentalism - **Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson American Gothic Semester Two Unit Four: The Changing Face of America (1855-1925) Women's Voices, Women's Lives The American Dream Unit Five: The Modern Age (1900-1940) The Harlem Renaissance Modernism Unit Six: War Abroad and Conflict at Home (1940 - Present) World War II Postwar Society Unit Seven: College and Career Readiness MLA vs. APA - throughout each semester College entrance essay Informative career presentation Literature Circles: Throughout the year, students will be expected to participate in TWO literature circles by agreeing on a novel of their choice while meeting assignment requirements. *Text Book: The Language of Literature by McDougal - American Literature ** = Novel |