Grade Level:
6 - 12
Literary Form:
British Novel
Paired with:
The Christmas Box11 Lesson Plans/18 Handouts/46 Pages
ISBN:978-1-56077-496-9
Description:
This novel, a social criticism of Victorian England, describes avarice, child abuse, ignorance, and poverty. Love is proposed as the answer to social injustice. Based upon many of Charles Dickens’s personal experiences, this novel is meant to jar the consciences of his fellow Englishmen in order to improve the plight of the poor.
Activities:
In this unit, students examine theme, plot, setting, character, and foreshadowing. They use critical thinking skills.
The unit features an objective test and optional activities.
Ethical Values:
Citizenship
Courage
Diligence
Service
Truth
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