English 10

Self-Directed Novel Study

For this unit, you will choose from a broad range of challenging materials for recreational and informational purposes. Your novel study will cover a number of learning objectives and hopefully engage you in the act of reading and interpreting text. All assignments will be discussed in class. Completing assignments 1-5 are mandatory. The completion of each additional assignment will add to your overall grade.

Assignments: 1.  Design a book jacket cover for your novel (5 marks) 2.  Compare and contrast two main characters from your novel (10 marks) 3.  Lead a group discussion on your book during our book talk (5 marks) 4.  Complete a character description as discussed in class (15 marks) 5.  Outline six major events from your novel using a theme or motif (10 marks) 6.  Create a vocabulary word jumble or crossword (5 marks) 7.  Write a book review following the format discussed in class (5 marks) 8..  Complete a Sociogram following the handout given in class (20 marks) Total Marks Possible: 75