August 13, 2019
Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.4
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).
W.9-10.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences.
Obj: I can create narratives using figurative language.
Starter:
Respond to the prompt above and include two examples of your own figurative language.
Vocabulary:
Word: Metaphor
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
Your Definition:
Activity: Create your own example of a metaphor.
Activity:
1. House on Mango Street 31-42
With a partner, read through the next set of vignettes, continuing to identify examples of figurative language.
At the end of each vignette, create a makes me wonder question.
“AND IT MAKES ME WONDER” QUESTION: Anything you want so long as it’s interesting. Not plot-based boring stuff, but something cool and relevant.
Example: After reading A Tale of Two Cities-I found myself uncomfortably comfortable with Madam Defarge’s need for revenge. I know it hurt the Darnay’s and that it was unjust, but I understood why she did it and can totally understand why she does what she does. Did you guys ever find yourselves feeling sympathetic for a character or cause within the novel that you feel like you shouldn’t have?
You should have four total.
We will use these questions to discuss this section..
2. Foldable
You will create a foldable with four examples of figurative language.
You must explain each example.
You cannot repeat the type of example.
Choices
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
Symbolism
Imagery
Oxymoron
Onomatopoeia
Idiom
Closure:
Answer one of your questions that was not addressed during the class conversation.
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