Details
Languages
English
Grade
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Resource Type
Assessments, Exam, Quiz, Tests, Worksheets
Product
Digital
Pages
18 Pages
Subject
ELA, Literature & Poetry, Classic Literature
Standard
Common Core English Language Arts Standards
Description
For many high school readers, supernatural fiction and fantasy are genres that maximize engagement with literature. "The Tree" by H.P. Lovecraft features plot elements consistent with the aforementioned genres: allusions to Greek mythology, inexplicable vanishings, the personification of inanimate objects, and more. With this bundle of high school resources covering "The Tree," English teachers will save valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. Included are the following: a multiple choice, plot-based quiz; a worksheet composed of rigorous close reading questions; emergency substitute lesson plans and materials; the public domain narrative; and answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats.
By completing the quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:
The role of the beekeeper
The protagonists' jobs
The nature of the relationship between the protagonists
The artistic inspirations of each individual protagonist
The Tyrant of Syracuse's motivations
The goddess whom the Tyrant wishes to honor
Kalos' reaction to his grave illness
The request Kalos makes of his friend upon his death
The promise Musides makes to Kalos prior to his death
The length of time it takes Musides to complete his assigned task
Peculiar characteristics of the tree
The fate of Musides and his work
By completing the close reading analysis worksheet, students will:
Articulate what is stated explicitly and implicitly
Analyze how complex characters think, interact, and behave
Compare and contrast characters
Analyze a given excerpt and explain how situational irony develops
Discern the meaning of complex words and phrases
Make logical inferences about the author's intentions
Cite textual evidence in support of claims
Write ideas with clarity, accuracy, and precision.
In the event of a teacher absence, the following supplemental items are provided:
- Low-prep lesson plan for unexpected absences. This comes pre-filled with learning targets and agenda items. Space is also designated for classroom teachers to identify the name(s) of their class(es), the hour(s) of their class(es), student leaders, and upcoming homework assignments and assessments.
- Bell ringer activity. Help a substitute teacher engage students (and find time to take attendance) with a thematically linked writing prompt.
- Miscellaneous performance tasks handout. Extend student thinking and learning in the event of unexpected absences with this item outlining creative tasks pertaining to the short story. For example, students may write poetry or journal entries from the perspective of a character; write a brief retelling of the narrative from a different character's perspective; explore the thematic significance of stories; review the overall quality of the narrative with objectivity and supporting evidence; and more.
By completing the quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:
The role of the beekeeper
The protagonists' jobs
The nature of the relationship between the protagonists
The artistic inspirations of each individual protagonist
The Tyrant of Syracuse's motivations
The goddess whom the Tyrant wishes to honor
Kalos' reaction to his grave illness
The request Kalos makes of his friend upon his death
The promise Musides makes to Kalos prior to his death
The length of time it takes Musides to complete his assigned task
Peculiar characteristics of the tree
The fate of Musides and his work
By completing the close reading analysis worksheet, students will:
Articulate what is stated explicitly and implicitly
Analyze how complex characters think, interact, and behave
Compare and contrast characters
Analyze a given excerpt and explain how situational irony develops
Discern the meaning of complex words and phrases
Make logical inferences about the author's intentions
Cite textual evidence in support of claims
Write ideas with clarity, accuracy, and precision.
In the event of a teacher absence, the following supplemental items are provided:
- Low-prep lesson plan for unexpected absences. This comes pre-filled with learning targets and agenda items. Space is also designated for classroom teachers to identify the name(s) of their class(es), the hour(s) of their class(es), student leaders, and upcoming homework assignments and assessments.
- Bell ringer activity. Help a substitute teacher engage students (and find time to take attendance) with a thematically linked writing prompt.
- Miscellaneous performance tasks handout. Extend student thinking and learning in the event of unexpected absences with this item outlining creative tasks pertaining to the short story. For example, students may write poetry or journal entries from the perspective of a character; write a brief retelling of the narrative from a different character's perspective; explore the thematic significance of stories; review the overall quality of the narrative with objectivity and supporting evidence; and more.
For many high school readers, supernatural fiction and fantasy are genres that maximize engagement with literature. "The Tree" by H.P. Lovecraft features plot elements consistent with the aforementioned genres: allusions to Greek mythology, inexplicable vanishings, the personification of inanimate objects,... more
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FAQ
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Are answer keys included?
Yes, answer keys are included.
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In what format(s) will I receive this product?
You will receive a zip file containing editable Word Documents, as well as printable PDFs.