Welcome! Take a new Bell Work sheet from the V.I.P. table. wednesday, 09 January 2019 English iv Mr. sanders TODAY’S OBJECTIVE: DEMONSTRATE MASTERY OF NEW VOCABULARY.

About literature as allegory. Today’s Learning Objective: We are learning… About literature as allegory. SUCCESS CRITERIA I can… Understand the definition of “allegory”. Discuss the roles and perceptions of good vs. evil. Provide reasons and evidence to support my views. 2

Literature as Allegory Write this quote in your binder. “Literature adds to reality. It does not simply describe it.” – C. S. Lewis Do authors have an agenda when they write? Do books affect your beliefs or attitudes? While some pieces of literature are written for entertainment, others do have deeper meanings, and are used to make social/political comments.

Literature as Allegory Write this definition in your binder. Allegory: A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one. Characters often represent an abstract idea, such as charity, greed, or envy, etc. An allegory is a story with two meanings: a literal meaning and a symbolic meaning.

Literature as Allegory The novel Lord of the Flies is an allegory. Golding uses the story, characters, and themes to explore greater issues of society and humanity. Therefore the characters represent certain characteristics and concepts. When reading the novel, look for both meanings – the literal and symbolic. One of the main themes of the novel is man’s capacity for both good and evil.

Good Vs Evil With a partner, read the quotations on the “Good Vs. Evil” chart. Consider each quote thoroughly, and then write a full explanation in the space provided.

- Minute Wrap Up 1. Complete the Exit Ticket slip and turn in to basket. 2. Write down assignments/reminders in your Agenda. 3. Check your area for trash. 4. Put away supplies (yours or borrowed from me). 5. Listen for my dismissal (not the bell’s), and leave in an orderly fashion.

In Your Agenda Bring to class every day: 1. English Binder 2. Pens/Pencils 3. Agenda 4. Other items as required