October 20, 2017
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.7
Analyze multiple interpretations of a story, drama, or poem (e.g., recorded or live production of a play or recorded novel or poetry), evaluating how each version interprets the source text. (Include at least one play by Shakespeare and one play by an American dramatist.)
Analyze multiple interpretations of a story, drama, or poem (e.g., recorded or live production of a play or recorded novel or poetry), evaluating how each version interprets the source text. (Include at least one play by Shakespeare and one play by an American dramatist.)
Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 11-12 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
E.Q: Compare and contrast the Great Gatsby novel to the movie adaptation.
Initiate and participate in collaborative discussions through literature circles.
Starter:
Free Write Friday!!!
This should be a half page, double spaced.
Vocabulary:
Word: Literal
Part of Speech: Adjective
Dictionary Definition: taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or allegory.
Your Definition:
Activity: Give the literal meaning of the word fire.
Word: Metaphorical
Part of Speech: Adjective
Dictionary Definition: characteristic relating to metaphor; figurative.
Your Definition:
Activity: Give the metaphorical meaning of the word fire.
Activity:
1. Class Discussion of Gatsby
Evaluate the characters based on their actions in chapter nine.
Identify literal and metaphorical meanings of the eyes of Dr. TJ Eckleburg and the green light.
Which specific words/quotes most affect the meaning of the text?
Critique the ideas and the writing overall.
Share your opinions on the ending of the story.
Questions/Comments
2. 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.
3. Fishbowl Activity
Connect the big idea of the American Dream to the Great Gatsby.
Find evidence in the story that supports Fitzgerald's commentary on the American Dream during this time period.
Closure:
What is your overall opinion of the ending of the Great Gatsby?
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