1. Common Core Standards:
Thursday, March 28th, 2019
Common Core Standards:
RL , RL , and SL
Aim: How can we analyze the symbolism of fences and the theme of the pursuit of the American Dream in Act 1, Scene 2 of August Wilson’s play, Fences?
Do Now: Answer one of the following questions. 1.) Why do you believe Fences received so many accolades (honors/awards)? 2.) How did August Wilson’s life experiences influence the content of his play, Fences? *Show HW: T-Chart for Act 1, Scene 1.
Objective: Students will be able to analyze symbolism of fences and the theme of the American Dream in Wilson’s play, Fences.

2. Common Core Standards: RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.5, and SL.11-12.1
Thursday, March 28th, 2019
Aim: How can we analyze the symbolism of fences and the theme of the pursuit of the American Dream in Act 1, Scene 2 of August Wilson’s play, Fences?
Objective:: Students will be able to analyze symbolism of fences and the theme of the pursuit of the American Dream in Wilson’s play, Fences.
Agenda
A.) Do Now: Turn and talk with your tablemates. Captains will prepare to share their tablemates’ answers with the whole class.
B.) Discuss/Share:
-Captains will share Do Now answers.
C.) Read-Aloud: Read aloud Act 1, Scene 2—pp (roles: Troy, Rose, and Gabriel). Take notes on textual evidence of the characters experiencing fences (divisions/barriers) and pursuing the American Dream. What’s the significance of Gabriel’s role in the play? How does Gabriel influence Troy’s American Dream and create a fence for Troy?
D.) Reflections: What were your first impressions of Act 1, Scene 2? What can you predict will happen next?

3. Word of the Week 10 Keyword: TBD Information: TBD Memory Clues:
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4. Comprehension Check:
How well you understand the tasks today:
Analysis of evidence of symbolism and theme in Act 1, Scene 2 in Wilson’s play, Fences
SELF-ASSESS: How easy/ difficult was that task?