Read the passage. Then answer the following questions. “It is a sin to write this. It is a sin to think words no others think and to put them down upon a paper no others see. It is base and evil. It is as if we were speaking alone to no ears but our own. And we know well that there is not transgression blacker than to do or think alone. We have broken laws. The laws say that men may not write unless the Council of Vocations bid them so.” 1. What is illegal in this society? 2. What kind of society does this paragraph describe? Be specific! 3. What might be some of the strengths of this society? 4. What might be some of the weaknesses of this society?

Find a definition for dystopia tonight. Be sure to write it down so that you can share it with the class tomorrow! Imaginary society undesirable, bad opposite of utopia (perfect society) What is a dystopia?

Some Things To Know  Anthem is a work of dystopian fiction.  Anthem has a first-person narrator (Equality He uses “we” and “our” to refer to himself because his society believes in Collectivism.  Collectivism  similar to Communism  values the group over the individual  chains the individual to the group for the sake of the “common good”  Equality ’s society has many strict rules, harsh consequences, and almost no personal freedoms. Does this remind you of any other societies (real or fictional)? List them in your notes.

Chapter 1, Part 1 1. According to this society, what is the “root of all evil” (17)? 2. Describe where Equality is while he writes. 3. How is Equality different from the others? 4. What are some of the other laws of the society?  At this point, what does Equality want most in life? Why do you think he wants that?

Chapter 1, Part 2 1. Describe a typical day in the life of a Street Sweeper. 2. Describe International What crimes doe Equality commit? 4. What is the relationship between Equality and International ?  Even though Equality knows that what he is doing is evil, he feels no regret. What does this rejection of society’s values tell us about Equality as a character?

For the Rest of Class  Read chapter II.  Make notes about the following elements of chapter II:  Liberty  Equality  Equality ’s crimes/sins  The Transgressor

Today in Class  Finish reading chapter II. Remember to take notes on:  Liberty  Equality  Equality ’s crimes/sins  The Transgressor  In a paragraph, answer the following question. Use specific details from the book to support your answer (cite page numbers!): How has Equality changed as a character since the beginning of the book?  Work on your April book if you finish early.

Chapters What is the power that Equality has discovered? 2. Why is it significant that the word “alone” is repeated so many times in chapter 3? 3. Why does the Golden One (Liberty ) call Equality the Unconquered One? 4. How to Equality and Liberty feel about each other? How do you know? 5. What does Equality invent at the beginning of chapter 5? 6. Equality wants to share his invention with society; he believes he has more to offer society if only he had time to work (60). What does this response tell us about Equality as a person?

“Our gift is greater than our transgression” (61).  Equality says this about his invention.  In a paragraph, explain why he believes this and why the Council of Scholars (and society) will not agree.  Use specific details from the book to support your answer.

For the Rest of Class  Work on reading chapters 6-10 in Anthem (due Wednesday).  Work on your April book assessment (due Thursday).

Group Discussion Questions (6-10) 1. Review chapter 6. What is Equality willing to do for his light bulb? Why is it so important to him? 2. Why does Equality still believe society will accept the light bulb and his help? 3. How does society respond to the light bulb? Why? 4. Describe Equality 72521's first day in the Unchartered Forest. How does he react to his new feelings of freedom? 5. Why do you think Equality looks different from his brothers (46-47, 80)? Give at least three reasons. 6. Why does the Golden One follow Equality ? 7. What does Equality want MOST in chapter 10? Why? 8. Explain how Equality has changed as a character in chapters Give at least three ways.

The Light Bulb  What do you think the light bulb symbolizes?  Write a paragraph explaining your opinion.  5-7 sentences  use at least TWO specific details from the book to support your opinion  cite these quotes/paraphrases

Chapters What HUGE change happens in chapter 11? 2. Summarize your assigned paragraph. 3. What is Equality ’s new opinion about collectivism (the way his society worked)? 4. What is Equality ’s god? 5. Why is Equality so moved when he reads the word “I” for the first time (98)? 6. What are Equality and the Golden One’s new names? 7. What is Prometheus’ plan for the future? 8. Summarize Prometheus’ understanding of the history of mankind. 9. What does Prometheus believe his purpose in life is? 10. What is the sacred word?

Prometheus and Gaea  Prometheus (Greek mythology)  fire belonged only to the gods  Prometheus defied the gods and shared fire with humanity  punishment: Prometheus is chained to a mountain; every day birds come and eat his liver (which regrows at night)  Gaea (Roman mythology)  mother of the gods  generally associated with life and rebirth

Quarter 4 Assessment Literary Analysis

What is Literary Analysis?  forming an informed opinion about a text or aspect of a text  examining and explaining the way that a text or part of a text works  using evidence from the text to explain and support your opinion

How It Works  Thesis  identifies the element of the text that you will be explaining  states your opinion  Evidence  uses specific details from the text  specific = quotes and paraphrases  always cited  Analysis  explains how your evidence supports your opinion  NOT directly stated in the text; analysis = YOUR thoughts and ideas

Literary Analysis Practice 1  In a full essay, identify and explain one theme from Anthem.  theme = the author’s message that applies in the story and in our own lives  think about what Rand is saying about the individual  Brainstorm 1. Write down some possible themes. 2. Choose one theme (make sure it is a theme statement!)  Hatred  Hatred is the most destructive force in the world. 3. Write down details from the book that you could use to explain the theme. 4. Choose four quotes/paraphrases to use in your essay on Monday. 5. Check in with Mrs. Clarenbach NO YES

Literary Analysis Practice 1  In a full essay, identify and explain one theme from Anthem.  theme = the author’s message that applies in the story and in our own lives  think about what Rand is saying about the individual  Brainstorm 1. Write down some possible themes. 2. Choose one theme (make sure it is a theme statement!)  Hatred  Hatred is the most destructive force in the world. 3. Write down details from the book that you could use to explain the theme. 4. Choose four quotes/paraphrases to use in your essay on Monday. 5. Check in with Mrs. Clarenbach NO YES

Anthem In-Class Essay  In a full essay, identify and explain one theme from Anthem.  Your introduction and conclusion do NOT need to be full paragraphs, but your body paragraphs should be.  You should have at LEAST two body paragraphs.  Each body paragraph should have two specific details from the book.  Be sure to explain HOW your examples show the theme.

Possible Essay Outline I. Introduction A. Thesis: State the theme you will discuss. II. Body Paragraph 1 A. Topic Sentence/Main Idea: State which part of the theme you will discuss B. Example: Quote or paraphrase from the book C. Analyze: Explain how the quote/paraphrase shows the theme D. Example: Quote or paraphrase from the book E. Analyze: Explain how the quote/paraphrase shows the theme III. Body Paragraph 2 (Same format as B.P. 1) IV. Conclusion A. Concluding sentence: remind your reader of the theme

The Village Laws and rules of the villageConnections to Anthem

Literary Analysis Practice 2  In a full essay, compare and contrast Anthem and The Village. Be sure to focus on significant similarities and differences!  Reminders:  Underline the titles of the book and movie (Anthem and The Village)  Write in paragraph form  Explain how your examples prove your thesis

Possible Essay Outline I. Introduction A. Attention Getter: Say something interesting related to the book and movie B. Plot and Character Background: Give a brief reminder of the plot and characters of the book and movie C. Thesis: State how the book and movie are similar and different II. Body Paragraph 1 A. Topic Sentence/Main Idea: State how the book and movie are similar B. Example: Example from the book and movie C. Analyze: Explain how the examples are similar D. Example: Example from the book and movie E. Analyze: Explain how the examples are similar III. Body Paragraph 2 A. Topic Sentence/Main Idea: State how the book and movie are different B. Example: Example from the book and movie C. Analyze: Explain how the examples are different D. Example: Example from the book and movie E. Analyze: Explain how the examples are different IV. Conclusion A. Review main points (how are the book and movie similar and different) B. Clincher sentence: Say something interesting that will keep your reader thinking about your topic