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Exploring Classic American Literature: The Scarlet Letter, The Glass Menagerie, and The Great Gatsby

This curriculum guide delves into three iconic American novels: "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne, "The Glass Menagerie" by Tennessee Williams, and "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It focuses on key elements such as themes, character development, symbolism, and points of view. Students will learn to cite textual evidence, analyze complex characters, and determine central ideas. The guide also includes assessments through essays, dramatic performances, and multiple-choice tests to enhance understanding and engagement with these literary classics.

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Exploring Classic American Literature: The Scarlet Letter, The Glass Menagerie, and The Great Gatsby

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  1. Summer Novels 2013-2-14 The Scarlet Letter The Glass Menagerie The Great Gatsby

  2. Core Standards • Reading • 1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of text. • 2. Determine a theme or central idea of text. • 3. Analyze how complex characters develop. • 4. Determine the meaning of words. • 5. Analyze a particular point of view. • Writing • 21. Write Arguments to support claims in analysis. • Speaking and Listening • 34. Present information, findings and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically. • Language • 37. Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage.

  3. Nathaniel Hawthorne • His life

  4. The Scarlet Letter • Theme • Characters • Symbolism

  5. Tennessee Williams • His life

  6. The Glass Menagerie • Theme • Characters • Symbolism • Point of View

  7. F. Scot Fitzgerald • His life

  8. The Great Gatsby • Myrtle • Gatsby • Daisy • Symbolism

  9. Final Assessment • Essay • Dramatic Performance • Multiple Choice Test

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