English 2 - Quarter 2

Paralysis by Analysis

Assignment & Task Calendar

Week 10: October 14 - 18

Quote of the Week

"To see a world in a grain of sand And heaven in a wild flower, Hold infinity in the palm of your hand And eternity in an hour."

— William Blake

#23 - Bell Work
#24 - Literary Analysis Reading, Annotating, and Notetaking of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado"

Monday, October 14 - Friday, October 18


Question

How do authors use various techniques and elements to develop thematic topics? 


Lesson

We will identify and analyze the meaning of literary elements, literary devices, and the author's use of language within fictional text.


Strategy

Annotations

Various reading strategies

Making inferences

Creating thematic statements

Characterization

Conflict 


Readings

Edgar Allan Poe "The Cask of Amontillado"


Activity

I will read and analyze fictional text and show my understanding by annotating the text and organized notes page (mind map). 

 

#23 - Bell Work

#24 - Literary Analysis Reading, Annotating, and Notetaking of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado"

Week 11: October 21 - 25

Quote of the Week

"He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God." 

— Micah 6:8 (NIV)

#25 - Bell Work
#26 - Quiz "The Cask of Amontillado"
#27 - Blackout Poetry: William Blake's "A Poison Tree"

Monday, October 21 - Tuesday, October 22


Question

How do authors use various techniques and elements to develop thematic topics? 


Lesson

We will identify and analyze the meaning of literary elements, literary devices, and the author's use of language within fictional text.


Strategy

Annotations

Various reading strategies

Making inferences

Creating thematic statements

Characterization

Conflict 


Readings

Edgar Allan Poe "The Cask of Amontillado"


Activity

I will read and analyze fictional text and show my understanding by annotating the text and organized notes page (mind map). 

 

#25 - Bell Work

#24 - Literary Analysis Reading, Annotating, and Notetaking of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado"


Wednesday, October 23 


Question

What are the components of a well-developed ATC response.


Lesson

We will review the requirements of the quiz.


Strategy

ATC response

Sentence structure

Punctuation


Readings

Edgar Allan Poe "The Cask of Amontillado"


Activity

I will construct a well-developed ATC response to the random questions that was asked.


#25 - Bell Work

#26 - Quiz: "The Cask of Amontillado"



Thursday, October 24 - Monday, October 28


Question

How can blackout poetry be used to uncover hidden meanings or create new interpretations from the original themes in William Blake's poem "A Poison Tree?"


Lesson

We will explore and analyze poetry by reading closely, identifying figurative language, and creating blackout poetry to interpret and express the meaning of William Blake's "A Poison Tree."


Strategy

Paraphrase

Close Reading

Visualization

Figurative Language

Use of Diction


Readings

William Blake's poem "A Poison Tree"


Activity

I will explore William Blake’s poem “The Poison Tree” by creating blackout poetry, learning how to interpret and manipulate a text to extract meaning, and fostering creativity.


#25 - Bell Work

#27 - Blackout Poetry: William Blake's "A Poison Tree"


Week 12: October 28 - November 1

Quote of the Week

“Perfection is attained by slow degrees; it requires the hand of time.” 

— Voltaire

#27 - Blackout Poetry: William Blake's "A Poison Tree"
#28 - Bell Work
#29 - The Ghost of Hamlet

Monday, October 28


Question

How can blackout poetry be used to uncover hidden meanings or create new interpretations from the original themes in William Blake's poem "A Poison Tree?"


Lesson

We will explore and analyze poetry by reading closely, identifying figurative language, and creating blackout poetry to interpret and express the meaning of William Blake's "A Poison Tree."


Strategy

Paraphrase

Close Reading

Visualization

Figurative Language

Use of Diction


Readings

William Blake's poem "A Poison Tree"


Activity

I will explore William Blake’s poem “The Poison Tree” by creating blackout poetry, learning how to interpret and manipulate a text to extract meaning, and fostering creativity.


#28 - Bell Work

#27 - Blackout Poetry: William Blake's "A Poison Tree"


Tuesday, October 29 - Friday, November 1


Question

How do literary devices and characterization create meaningful experiences for the reader?


Lesson

We will make inferences and use evidence to support understanding; evaluate details in the text to determine key ideas; use text evidence and original commentary to support an interpretive response; and develop an engaging idea reflecting depth of thought with specific details, examples, and commentary. 


Strategy

Thematic Statements

Characterization - STEAL

Making Connections


Readings

"Hamlet" 1:5 - William Shakespeare


Activity

I will select two activities from the choice board to complete.


#28 - Bell Work

#29 - The Ghost of Hamlet  

Week 13: November 4 - 8

Quote of the Week

“Winning is the consequence of habit, not a result from part time activity." 

— Cisco

#30 - Bell Work
#31 - Introduction Paragraphs

Monday, November 4 - Friday, November 8


Question

What are introduction paragraph strategies?


Lesson

We will collaboratively explore different strategies for writing engaging introduction paragraphs in our literary analysis essays. Through group discussions and peer feedback, we will practice crafting three unique introductions that incorporate beginning strategies, background information, and clear thesis statements, ultimately enhancing our writing skills and our ability to captivate readers.


Strategy

Introduction Beginning Strategies

Thesis Statements


Readings

“The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe

“The Poison Tree” by William Blake

Hamlet Act 1 Scene 5 by William Shakespeare


Activity

I will independently create three distinct introduction paragraphs for my literary analysis essay, each using a different strategy. I will focus on incorporating a beginning strategy, providing relevant background information about the literary work, and formulating a clear and concise thesis statement that outlines my main argument.


#30 - Bell Work 

#31 - Literary Analysis Introduction Paragraphs  

Week 14: November 11 - 15

Quote of the Week

“It is impossible to suffer without making someone pay for it; every complaint already contains revenge."  

— Friedrich Nietzsche

#32 - Bell Work
#33 - Compare and Contrast Literary Analysis Essay
#34 - Quiz: Sentence Structure and Comma Rules

Monday, November 11 - Friday, November 15


Question

What is a literary analysis essay?


Lesson

We will examine and compare how two or more literary works address similar themes, characters, or literary devices, analyzing the author's unique approaches and techniques. Through this analysis, we will deepen our understanding of how literature reflects complex human experiences and emotions, and we will learn how to identify and discuss key elements that make each work distinct.


Strategy

Beginning Strategies

Thesis Statement Stems

Developing Ideas

Integrating Quotes

Ending Strategies


Readings

“The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe

“The Poison Tree” by William Blake

Hamlet Act 1 Scene 5 by William Shakespeare



Activity

I will analyze the similarities and differences between the chosen works, focusing on specific literary elements such as theme, conflict, and character development. I will support my analysis with textual evidence, clearly explaining how each author’s choices impact the overall message and reader's experience. My goal is to develop a well-organized and insightful essay that highlights the connections and contrasts between the works in a meaningful way.


#32 - Bell Work

#33 - Compare and Contrast Literary Analysis Essay

#34 - Quiz: Sentence Structure and Comma Rules

Week 15: November 18 - 22

Quote of the Week

“The boundaries which divide Life from Death are at best shadowy and vague. Who shall say where the one ends, and where the other begins."  

— Edgar Allan Poe

#34 - Quiz: Sentence Structure and Comma Rules
#35 - Bell Work

Monday, November 18


Question

What is a literary analysis essay?


Lesson

We will examine and compare how two or more literary works address similar themes, characters, or literary devices, analyzing the author's unique approaches and techniques. Through this analysis, we will deepen our understanding of how literature reflects complex human experiences and emotions, and we will learn how to identify and discuss key elements that make each work distinct.


Strategy

Beginning Strategies

Thesis Statement Stems

Developing Ideas

Integrating Quotes

Ending Strategies


Readings

“The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe

“The Poison Tree” by William Blake

Hamlet Act 1 Scene 5 by William Shakespeare



Activity

I will analyze the similarities and differences between the chosen works, focusing on specific literary elements such as theme, conflict, and character development. I will support my analysis with textual evidence, clearly explaining how each author’s choices impact the overall message and reader's experience. My goal is to develop a well-organized and insightful essay that highlights the connections and contrasts between the works in a meaningful way.


#34 - Quiz: Sentence Structure and Comma Rules

#35 - Bell Work


Monday, November 19 - Friday, November 22


Question

What are the requirements for the various types of sentences?


Lesson

We will review comma rules and various types of sentence structure.


Strategy

Process to determine a correctly written sentence.


Readings

Purdue Owl - Comma Rules

Purdue Owl - Sentence Types


Activity

I will complete the test review and the multiple-choice question test.


#34 - Quiz: Sentence Structure and Comma Rules  

#35 - Bell Work  

Week 16: December 2 - 6

Quote of the Week

“We are never so defenseless against suffering as when we love."  

— Sigmund Freud

#36 - Bell Work
#37 - Title

Tuesday, December 3 - Friday, December 6


Question

How does ______ assist in developing the theme in the short story "The Tell-Tale Heart" written by Edgar Allan Poe.



Lesson

We will identify and analyze traits, experiences, and potential mental health conditions that contribute to the character's behavior, fostering a deeper understanding of the narrative.



Strategy

Outline to organize thoughts


Readings

"The Tell-Tale Heart" - Edgar Allan Poe


Activity

I will delve into the intricacies of character psychology by creating a comprehensive psychological profile for either the protagonist or antagonist of "The Tell-Tale Heart." 


#36 - Bell Work

#37 - Character Psychological Evaluation

#38 - Reading Quiz "The Tell-Tale Heart"

Week 17: December 9 - 13

Quote of the Week

“A person is morally responsible if, with knowledge of the circumstances and in the absence of external compulsion, he deliberately chooses to commit a specific act."  

— Aristotle

#39 - Bell Work
#40 - The State of Texas vs The Narrator from "The Tell-Tale Heart"

Monday, December 9 - Friday, December 13


Question

What does it take to win a criminal case in court?


Lesson

Prosecution Team

We will prove that the narrator committed premeditated murder with full awareness of their actions.


Defense Team

We will argue that the narrator’s mental state at the time of the crime made them incapable of understanding the nature of their actions.


Strategy

Outline

Plan for all possible scenarios 


Readings

"The Tell-Tale Heart" - Edgar Allan Poe


Activity

Prosecution Team

I will question witnesses and present evidence that shows the narrator’s deliberate intent to kill the old man.


Defense Team

I will present evidence and cross-examine witnesses to support our argument that the narrator was legally insane at the time of the murder.


#39 - Bell Work 

#40 - The State of Texas vs The Narrator from "The Tell-Tale Heart"

Week 18: December 16 - 20

Quote of the Week

“And when Jesus had cried out with a loud voice, He said, 'Father, 'into Your hands I commit My spirit.'' Having said this, He breathed His last."  

— Luke 23:46

#40 - The State of Texas vs The Narrator from "The Tell-Tale Heart"

Monday, December 16 - Thursday, December 19


Every day, December 16 - 19, we will meet 

in the Presentation Room above the CLI! 


Question

What is needed to create a well-developed argument? 


Lesson

Prosecution Team: We will prove that the narrator committed premeditated murder with full awareness of their actions

Defense Team: We will argue that the narrator’s mental state at the time of the crime made them incapable of understanding the nature of their actions.


Strategy

Persuasive speech

Argumentative strategies


Readings

"The Tell-Tale Heart" - Edgar Allan Poe


Activity

Prosecution Team: I will question witnesses and present evidence that shows the narrator’s deliberate intent to kill the old man.

Defense Team: I will present evidence and cross-examine witnesses to support our argument that the narrator was legally insane at the time of the murder.


#40 - The State of Texas vs The Narrator from "The Tell-Tale Heart"