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Grade Level:
9 - 12
Literary Form:
American Novel
12 Lesson Plans/28 Handouts/100 Pages
ISBN:978-1-56077-151-7
Regular Price: $19.95
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Description:
The slavery issue in pre-Civil War America provides the motivation, setting, and impact for this 1852 novel. It is considered a major link in the chain of events from the Compromise of 1850 to the Civil War and emancipation. While the work’s literary aspects are by no means ignored, many of the lessons focus on the historical context which provide its motivation, setting, and impact.
Activities:
In this curriculum unit, students interpret literary symbols. They evaluate the role of ideas in works of art. Students review plot and characters, and research the historical background of the novel. They present oral reports, debates, and panel discussions. They review incidents and locales in the novel and map them. They are given opportunities for essay writing. Students learn to appreciate literary devices.
Supplementary materials include a unit test with answer key.
Ethical Values:
Courage
Endurance
Equality
Faith
Freedom
Respect
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