Course title
English 7-8Pre-requisite
pass prior grade levelCourse description
English 7-8 emphasizes the interpretation of various types of literature from different time periods. The genres covered include fiction; drama; and poetry. The dramatic play Cyrano de Bergerac is read and studied for its use of language to convey dilemmas and themes. Poetry studies include a survey of British poetry as well as ancient and modern poetry from various cultures and in various periods. Students are also given a wide range of writing assignments. For example; students produce a fiction story and a script. They also write essays evaluating literary elements. The course also includes research and writing arguments with logic. These various writing assignments help prepare students for end-of-course and SAT essay writing. Coverage is also given to analyzing and evaluating media and speeches; as well as using presentation and discussion skills.†
School Country
United StatesSchool state
ArizonaSchool city
Lake Havasu CityHigh school
Lake Havasu High SchoolSchool Address
2675 S. Palo VerdeSchool zip code
86403Requested competency code
EnglishDate submitted
Approved
YesApproved competency code
- ENGL
- 4 years of English