Chapter Three

October 5, 2017

E.Q: Define diction and analyze how it is used in The Great Gatsby.

Identify and analyze author's choice. 

Obj: I can define diction and analyze how it is used in The Great Gatsby.

I can identify and analyze author's choice. 

Starter: 

Think back to your literature circles yesterday.

Evaluate your groups contributions and discussion.

Consider including key points of conversation, interesting topics discussed, and questions you still have.

Also, evaluate the overall performance, considering what was done well and what could be different for next time.

(Five sentences.)

Vocabulary: 

 Word: Diction

Part of Speech: Noun

        Dictionary Definition: the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writingYour Definition:             Activity: Complete the diction exercise by speaking this out loud: Peter piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.
If Peter piper picked a peck of pickled peppers,
Where's the peck of pickled peppers that Peter Piper picked?

Activity: 
1.  Different Types of Diction
Use the link above to take Cornell notes on the different types of diction.
2.  Diction in the Great Gatsby
You will evaluate significant quotes in the Great Gatsby from chapter three.Make a copy of the document above and move it to your assignment folder. Then, identify five quotes that you find interesting or significant.Analyze the quote to include the type of diction used and the meaning it creates.The first one is done as an example for you.Eventually we will create a collaborative class chart.
3.Watch The Great Gatsby

As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Keep a three column chart tracking the similarities and differences.  

By the end of the movie you should have a total 20 points. 

Closure: 

How well do you understand diction?

Use the learning target and explain your reasoning.

Homework

Read chapter four.