1. ENGLISH III HONORS
BRITISH LITERATURE

2. The Course: Survey of different literary/historic periods
Development of the English language
Understanding/Identifying common principles
Writing for a variety of purposes

3. Periods: Anglo-Saxon Medieval Renaissance
Restoration and Enlightenment
Romanticism
Victorian
Modern
Contemporary

4. Language:
Old English
Norman French
Middle English
Modern

5. Principles:
Language
Styles
Themes
Historical movements

6. Skills: Vocabulary from Classical Roots (Lessons 1-8)
Oral and written:
Literary/Critical Analysis
Explication
Literary Criticism
Research/Supporting Evidence
Integrated quotes/Citations
Noodletools

7. Assessments: Summer Reading Essay***
Test for each unit (Literary and/or major readings)
Various quizzes on readings, historical periods
Extensive writing (variety based on purpose)
Junior Research Project
Vocabulary (8 tests)
Class participation/responses and preparation
**All major writing assignments will be submitted to turnitin.com or the assignment will be a zero**

8. HOMEWORK: Study Literary Terms
Literary Terms Quiz at the start of class tomorrow