This course will emphasize those skills which will assist in the preparation for college placement, Advanced Placement classes/tests and state assessment. Structured as an historical survey of American literature through the 19th Century, this course will concentrate on a variety of literary genre. The study of 20th Century American literature will increase understanding of literary motifs. Students will deepen analytical reading skills in literary and informational complex text. Writing instruction will extend development in the three writing types: narrative, explanatory and argumentative. In addition, students will develop skills embedded in the speaking and listening, and language standards. Credit for Graduation: English
ENGLISH 11 B - 202106