Introduction

March 5, 2019

Standards:

W.11-12.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Obj: I can write arguments to support claims in an analysis of the human condition in Hamlet using relevant and sufficient evidence.

Starter: 

Create a SMART goal to work on for this block.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Literary Analysis

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: an essay that carefully examines a text, or one element of a text, such as character, setting, plot or theme of a story.

Your definition: 

Activity: Complete a brainstorming sheet for your literary analysis. 

Activity: 

1.  Hamlet Final Project 

We will review the requirements of the project together. 

Today will be used to plan and brainstorm your ideas.  

Timeline

Tuesday, February 26: Brainstorming

Wednesday, February 27: Thesis Statement

Thursday, February 28: Outline

Friday, March 1: Body Paragraphs

Monday, March 4: Body Paragraphs

Tuesday, March 5: Introduction

Wednesday, March 6: Conclusion

Thursday, March 7: Peer Edit

Friday, March 8: Finishing Touches/Essay Due 

2.  Literary Analysis Introduction 

Read through pages 188-190  in your StudySync books. 

Make annotations if needed.

3.  Introduction Practice

Complete the activity on page 190 of the StudySync book.

Write your introductory paragraph and then switch with a partner. 

Give them constructive feedback as to whether or not they have an engaging hook and sufficient background information. 

Closure

How successful were you in achieving your SMART goal?