English 10
In English 10, students further develop the skills introduced and practiced in English 9. Students will delve into literature that will affect the way they look at the world. Students will grow as readers, writers and commicators through a study of classical and young adult literature. Students will investigate an author's background and motivation in writing a work, as well as investigate and research the time period and the social climate in which the literary work was written.
Students will:
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describe, interpret, and evaluate classical and contemporary fictional texts of many cultures in order to construct meaning, extend understanding, and demonstrate appreciation.
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interpret and evaluate informational text in order to construct meaning..
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producte written texts in variety of modes appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
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employ research skills.
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communicate effectively in creative and critical formats using various media.
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take the CAPT (Connecticut Academic Performance Test) in March 2010
