January 12, 2016
E.Q: What are the major literary time periods in British Literature?
What are their qualities and characteristics?
Obj: I can determine major attributes to time periods in British Literature.
I can present this information in a well organized oral presentation.
Starter:
Complete the Group Peer Evaluation Form.
I will pass out copies for you.
Checklist for Research Project:
Name of Period
Date Range
3 Important/Influential Historical People and Their Role
10-15 Historical Events during Time Period
(MUST NOT USE PREMADE TIMELINE!!)
5 Significant Authors and Name of their Literary Piece.
Cultural Philosophy
Major Themes and Genres of Literature
Analysis of how writing impacted people.
Presentation should last approximately 5-7 minutes.
This information must be organized and cited!
Vocabulary:
Word: Anglo-Saxon Period
Part of Speech; Noun
Dictionary Definition; Period from approximately 449-1066 AD when Germanic people settled in Britain.
Your Definition:
Activity:Determine whether you would like to read a book from this time period over all of the other periods. Explain why.
Word: Medieval Period
Part of Speech; Noun
Dictionary Definition: the period from the end of classical antiquity (or the deposition of the last W Roman emperor in 476 adto the Italian Renaissance (or the fall of Constantinople in 1453).
Your Definition:
Activity: Determine whether you would like to read a book from this time period over all of the other periods. Explain why.
Word; Renaissance
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: the activity, spirit, or time of the great revival of art, literature, and learning in Europe
beginning in the 14th century and extending to the 17th century, marking the transition from
the medieval to the modern world.
Your Definition:
Activity: Determine whether you would like to read a book from this time period over all of the other periods. Explain why.
Word: Restoration
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: Restoration, in English history, the reestablishment of the monarchy on the accession (1660) of Charles II after the collapse of the Commonwealth and the Protectorate.
Your Definition:
Activity: Determine whether you would like to read a book from this time period over all of the other periods. Explain why.
Word: Romanticism
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: a movement in the arts and literature that originated in the late 18th century, emphasizing inspiration, subjectivity, and the primacy of the individual.
Your Definition:
Activity: Determine whether you would like to read a book from this time period over all of the other periods. Explain why.
Word: Victorian Period
Part of Speech: Adj
Dictionary Definition: of or relating to Queen Victoria or the period of her reign:
Your Definition:
Activity: Determine whether you would like to read a book from this time period over all of the other periods. Explain why.
Word: Modern Period
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: a period beginning in the last quarter of the 20th century when information became easily accessible through publications and through the manipulation of information
Your Definition:
Activity: Determine whether you would like to read a book from this time period over all of the other periods. Explain why.
Activity:
1. Presentations
Each of you will take turns presenting the information you compiled for the class.
Groups will present in chronological order.
Remember to speak loud and clear!!
Fill out the form above during the presentations.
This information will be helpful for the next assignment.
2. Gallery Walk
At your tables, display your project.
As you rotate around the room, write down your plus and delta for each group.
Closure:
Reflect on the feedback from the gallery walk and your personal experience.
Write a 5-7 sentence reflection.
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