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This lesson plan introduces students to key vocabulary from Mark Twain’s works, focusing on words such as "ruination," "sagacity," and "melancholy." Through engaging activities, students will explore word meanings, use context clues, and create sentences. The plan incorporates a WebQuest format for students to delve into Twain’s humor and literary style, culminating in a project submission for the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. Homework includes completing vocabulary tests using magic squares and math integration, fostering a comprehensive understanding of language and literature.
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Vocabulary Chapter 1 & 2 Ruination Forestall Sagacity Reposeful Melancholy Skylarking White wash Alacrity
Vocabulary Format Word What you think it means Sentence from novel Correct definition from dictionary Context clues Test format Magic squares, limited time (incorporating math)
Homework vocabulary
Aim • Introduce Mark Twain Webquest and product • Mark twain Prize for American Humor • Write summary • Read about different elements of humor • Webquest