English lll
(Grade 11)
Standard English
Importance of standard English in communication
Institutions and resources that preserve language standards
Understanding dictionary use and reference skills
Exploring different types of standard English texts
Writing Effective Sentences
Subordinate clauses and conjunctions
Use of relative pronouns
Verbals and appositives in sentence construction
Clear Connections: A Writing Workshop
Understanding pronoun usage and agreement
Correct use of modifiers
Mastering parallel sentence structure
Why Study Reading?
Greek and Latin roots in vocabulary development
Diacritical markings and pronunciation
Identifying main ideas and analyzing structure in textbooks
Poetry
Understanding metrical feet and sets
Musical effects in poetry
Universality and timeless themes
Imagery and connotation in poetic expression
Nonfiction
Elements of nonfiction texts
Reading and analyzing essays, diaries, newspapers, and biographies
Principles of nonfiction composition
American Drama
Development and historical context of American drama
Understanding dramatic structure and purpose
Literary study of Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Research and Composition
Using reliable sources for academic writing
Crafting a thesis statement
Outlining and organizing a research paper
Writing and formatting a complete research paper
Reviewing Communication Skills and Literature
Analyzing written communication effectively
Refining sentence writing skills
Understanding expository prose
Exploring genres and themes in American literature