March 20, 2017
E.Q: Independently create major talking points for the Great Gatsby chapter 8.
Lead discussions based on roles.
Identify the author's structure of the plot.
Obj; I can independently create major talking points for the Great Gatsby, chapter 8.
I can lead discussions based on roles.
I can identify the author's structure of the plot.
Starter:
Think back to previous English classes.
How do you determine theme?
Complete the Google Form based on that question.
Vocabulary:
Word: Theme
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: main idea or an underlying meaning of a literary work that may be stated directly or indirectly
Your Definition:
Activity: Complete the sentence:
The theme of __________ is ____________ because ___________.
Activity:
1. Literature Circles
Get together with your groups from this week to discuss chapter seven, part one.
Select a role that was different from what you already did.
Roles:
Discussion Director
Summarizer
Literary Luminary
Illustrator
Connector
Travel Tracer
2. Great Gatsby Film
Compare and contrast the eighth chapter.
Focus on the tone and mood.
3. Plot Diagram
Add on the plot diagram that you created at the beginning of this unit.
You should already have the exposition and conflict identified.
Add the rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
Consider the purpose in structuring the story this way.
You will use this tomorrow to help identify the theme.
Closure:
Describe your reaction to the ending of chapter eight.
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