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Junior English
The Moon is Down is done in conjunction with a "War Literature
Unit." Along with this novel we study other authors such as Tim O'Brien
(excerpts from his novels), Walt Whitman (poetry from the Civil War), and
Alan Garganus (letter written in response to Whitman's letters).
Along with these authors we take a look at the music and posters created
during times of war. We take a look at how war effects the people;
children, parents, families, soldiers, civilians, doctors, friends, and
others. This unit has several components. There are a number
of quizzes over given pieces of work along with a test over the novel The
Moon is Down. There is also a project based on this War Literature
Unit. The students will have the option of about eight different
projects that they may complete for this unit. They may work alone
or with a partner or in groups. If they choose to work with a partner
or in a group, the same grade will be given to all the participants in
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American Studies
In American Studies, this is the last novel of the year. It is
done in conjunction with W.W.II. As Mr. Neiffer looks at the historical
side of W.W.II, we will explore the personal side of war. Steinbeck
does an extraordinary job at exploring the manipulation of soldiers and
civilians in a time of battle. You won't be reading this novel for
the action, you will be reading it for the philosophical side. Once
we complete the novel, we will take a test. The main essay question
will deal with Steinbeck's use of a Socrates quote taken from the Apology.
Check out the links below for a little added help with the essay.
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