English II

This course covers the development of American Literature as reflected in the works of major authors from the Colonial era through the late 20th century. The artistic achievement of these writers will be studied within the context of the shifting social, intellectual and literary conventions of their respective eras. Examination of various genres and methods of literary analysis will provide students with the skills necessary to explicate a given text, engage in dialogue about it and write in response to it. Continued emphasis on Standard English usage, vocabulary development and research skills are integral to the curriculum. An MLA documented literary analysis of 5-8 pages is required.

units:

Semester 1: The American Identity

1. 1. Visibility & Invisibility

   2. Cancel Culture

   3. Taming & Desirability

   4. Feminism & Self-Respect

   5. Race & Identity 

Semester 2: The Myth of the American Dream

1. Self-Reliance

2. Immigration

3. Coming-of-Age

4. War 

5. Sanity & Madness

USEFUL INFO:

English II Syllabus

Grading scale:

• Essays = 45%

• Mini-papers = 20% total

• Projects = 15% total

• Attendance, participation, quality of participation, improvement, enthusiasm, etc. = 20%

Google Classroom codes

Period 1: 3u3srdr

Period 3: whtihcl