English 10-Self-directed novel study

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. Complete parts A, B, and C.

Part A. Written Assignments (50):

1.     Compare and contrast two main characters from your novel (10 marks)

2.     Complete a character description as discussed in class (15 marks)

3.     Outline six major events from your novel using a theme or motif (20 marks)

4.     Write a book review following the format discussed in class (5 marks)

5.     Write a letter to the author. Explain your reaction to the novel. Proper letter format is essential. Include examples from the novel to support your ideas (10)

Part B. Fun Assignments (20):

1.     Design a book jacket cover for your novel (5 marks)

2.     Create a vocabulary word jumble or crossword (5 marks)

3.     Interview a character-compose 6-8 questions to ask the main character (5 marks)

4.     Create a comic strip that includes dialogue bubbles (5 marks)

5.     Draw a new character. Write a paragraph that explaining why you would add this character and how it would change the novel (5 marks)

6.     Design a travel brochure that describes the setting in the novel. Include illustrations and a written description that portrays the setting (10 marks)

Part C. Book Talk (10)

All students will lead a group discussion on your book during our scheduled book talk. A handout will be provided. (10 marks)

Total marks:  /80