August Intro Unit Seminar discussion on their understanding of the differences between the 8 big schools of literary theory. Intro Unit To recognize the function of literary criticism as a tool for understanding and interpreting Intro Unit O ral and free written analysis of individual poems and passages from the prose that we have read in class. The summer novels: Jane Eyre & The Great Gatsby. Review of the writing process and revision. Introduction to poetic terminology and devices. Poetry drill and the analysis of poems in unit #1. To be able to differentiate between the schools of criticism. To be able to read through the specific critical lenses and apply the critical viewpoint to the piece of prose/poetry. To come away with multiple perspectives on the same piece of Short in-class essays using multiple theories on the poems that we have read. Timed writings on poems, using a specific literary theory. September The summer novels: Jane Eyre & Data sheets for both novels. The Great Gatsby. Review of the writing process and revision. Introduction to poetic terminology and devices. Poetry drill and the analysis of poems in unit #1. Close reading and analysis of significant passages in preparation for the AP timed writing exercises. Consider the weaknesses in their summer essays; prepare alternate drafts incorporating the teacher annotations and recommendations. Analyze poems for theme and use of poetical device. Students will formulate hypothetical prompts for timed writing discussion questions. Timed writings in class and at home. Write a revised version of the first graded paper. Timed writings on poems, incorporating use of poetic devices in class and at home. October 1 of 6
Drama Identify and recognize the parts and structure of the drama; become Discussion questions about the structure and formula of the drama; Background on Sophocles and Ancient Greek theater familiar with section titles and function of the chorus in ancient drama. answer discussion questions regarding the function of the narration and background of drama Oedipus the King and mythology of the culture of Read the play, taking parts in class Greece. Background on Tennessee Williams and New Orleans; symbolism and dramatic theme and irony. What is drama How has it evolved since the Greek plays How does it differ from prose and poetry A Streetcar Named Desire Film version of the play Identify the particularities of southern culture and codes of honor; distinguish the differences between the old and new south Recognize and comprehend the techniques and function of symbolism and irony in modern drama Read the play, both in and out of class Visualize and perceive how a script is translated on to stage and/or film; recognize that plays were meant to be seen by an audience Discussion and short answer questions with textual evidence from the play. Timed writing on fate vs free will in the play Discussion and short research assignment on the culture and changes i the south since the Civil War. Oral analysis and timed writings on specific scenes and speeches which reveal character traits and symbolism and irony. Formal essay on illusion and reality in Williams's play. Discuss how this adaptation was made and re-discuss scenes that were analyzed in the text. Talk about and respond to in writing how modern drama has many of the same functions as ancient drama, such as provoking reaction and inspiring catharsis in an audience. November Background on Arthur Miller, Identify the characteristics and Oral analysis on Miller and style expressionist drama and the theme techniques of expressionistic versus Williams. 2 of 6
of the American Dream. Death of a Salesman. Literary Criticism: Biographical Historical Sociological Marxist Feminist Deconstruction Reader response Mythological theatre; distinguish the differences between realism and expressionism. Oral reading of the play in class, focusing on interpretation of characters and nuances in voice and delivery Discussion and short answer essay questions. Timed writings on specific scenes which reveal character and techniques on expression and symbolism. December Poetry unit # 2 Analyze poems for theme; pairings and comparisons of Annotation and discussion of poems in small groups; timed Addition of more poetic devices poems, specifically focusing on the application of the new poetic writings focusing on pairing of poems and use of devices. Review for final exam. devices Henry James Realism and the psychological Washington Square Identify and illustrate the elements of the introspective, open-ended Identify and differentiate between the traditional narration of the Romantic and early Realistic periods and the modern, less intrusive narrator of the later Realistic and early Modern periods. Locate and analyze James's employment of the "ficelle" as literary device for character development. Do objective data sheet for the Discussion and group analysis on specific scenes and dialogues between characters. Oral recognition and analysis of the use of Penninman as ficelle to understand the character changes in both Morris Townsend;s and Catherine Slopers' characters and motivations. Timed writings on James's techniques and his use of literary devices in character development. January 3 of 6
Washington Square Henry James Realism and the psychological Identify and illustrate the elements of the introspective, open-ended The Awakening Identify and differentiate between the traditional narration of the Romantic and early Realistic periods and the modern, less intrusive narrator of the later Realistic and early Modern periods. Λocate and analyze James's employment of the "ficelle" as literary device for character development. Do objective data sheet for the Discussion and group analysis on specific scenes and dialogues between characters. Oral recognition and analysis of the use of Penninman as ficelle to understand the character changes in both Morris Townsend;s and Catherine Slopers' characters and motivations. Kate Chopin Local Color Feminism Bildungsroman What are the roots of gender inequity in the US How have these been perceived and depicted in American Literature What are some of the roots of the feminist movement How has literature been impetus towards equality between the sexes Vocabulary list consisting of words from The Awakening, crossreferenced with the SAT list To recognize and differentiate the subtle variations between realism and the genre of local color, which concentrates on a specific locale, time, and place. To comprehend the literal meanings and differentiate between the variations and nuances of the meanings of the words. To incorporate them into their own writing. Timed writings on James's techniques and his use of literary devices in character development. Close reading questions Plot pointing Discussion Leading and Discussion Question Generation Timed Write on the of Feminism in the novel Timed Write on the ending of the novel and it s message Use the vocabulary words in sentences 4 of 6
Practice spelling test Test on spelling and vocabulary February Heart of Darkness Compare and contrast the historical concepts of colonialism Research questions on the political climate of England at the time to and economic oppression and Conrad s novel genocide. Joseph Conrad 1 st Person unreliable narrator Film adaptation Apocalypse Now Literary Criticism Biographical Historical Sociological To be able to relate the novel to our present day political and economic oppressions in weaker countries and our own. To be able to relate the novel to the film adaptation of the To apply both biographical and historical criticism to the To recognize the function of literary criticism as a tool for understanding and interpreting To be able to differentiate between the schools of criticism. Short answer essay question Group Timed Write: Marlow and Krutz Characterization Individual Time Write Seminar discussion on their understanding of the differences between the big 8 schools of literary theory. Oral and free written analysis of individual poems and passages from the prose that we have read in class. 5 of 6
Marxist Feminist Deconstruction Reader Response To be able to read through the specific critical lenses and apply the critical viewpoint to the piece or prose/poetry. To come away with multiple perspectives on the same piece of Short in-class essays using multiple theories on the poems that we have read. Timed Writings on poems, using a specific literary theory. Mythological 6 of 6