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Paris, Bulls and the Lost Generation: The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway

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Theme:

Building Prior Knowledge Necessary to Read and Analyze The Sun Also Rises

Grades:

9 - 12

Subject:

English

Duration:

Five class periods

Standards
& Goals:

New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards
NJ 12 (Reading) Extract key information efficiently in print and online using text features and search techniques
NJ 17 (Reading) Apply knowledge and concepts gained through reading to build a more coherent understanding of a subject, inform reading of additional texts and to solve problems
NJ 1 (Writing) Select and use a format, organization and style appropriate to the topic, purpose and audience
NJ 2 (Writing) Present information, findings and supporting evidence clearly and concisely


Note that standards in this lesson plan are for example only. This lesson can be easily adapted to meet your state's specific standards.

Objectives:

Students will:

  • Collaborate in groups to present necessary background information to the class.
  • Research online and use databases to create their presentations.
  • Effectively organize and present their findings in a way that engages their audience.
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