Course title

English 7-8

Pre-requisite

pass prior grade level

Course 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 States

School state

Arizona

School city

Lake Havasu City

High school

Lake Havasu High School

School Address

2675 S. Palo Verde

School zip code

86403

Requested competency code

English

Date submitted

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

  • ENGL
  • 4 years of English

Approved date

Online / Virtual

No