11th Grade English

British LiteratureSyllabus

Mr. Haye/ Ms. Lowe/ Ms. Francis

Class Overview

In this class we will learn about British literature, and we will also complete at least one project per semester, designed to help our cadets develop and strengthen critical thinking, reading and writing skills, necessary for career and college success. British Literature surveys (examines in a somewhat general way) the history of the English language from the OldEnglish period up to the contemporary writers of today. We will do this by closely reading— indeed, “listening to”— the voices of a diverse group of authors, thinkers, and prominent political and cultural figuresand carefully examining various literary genres (types) such as poetry, prose, essay, and drama.We hope it will be an exciting and fast-paced semester for our cadets and we are excited to work with each of you!

Course of Study:

We will be using Glencoe Literature: British Literature National Edition. New York, Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, 2009.

Fall Semester

I.The Anglo-Saxon Period and the Middle Ages 449–1485 ...... 4

a)Part 1 The Epic Warrior ...... 19

b)Part 2 The Power of Faith ...... 85

c)Part 3 The World of Romance ...... 163

II.The English Renaissance 1485–1650 ...... 226

a)Part 1 Humanists and Courtiers ...... 241

b)Part 2 A Bard for the Ages ...... 281

c)Part 3 The Sacred and the Secular ...... 405

III.From Puritanism to the Enlightenment 1640–1780 ...... 492

a)Part 1 The Civil War, the Commonwealth, and the Restoration ...... 507

b)Part 2 The English Enlightenment and Neoclassicism ...... 547

Spring Semester

IV.The Triumph of Romanticism 1750–1837 ...... 664

a)Part 1 The Stirrings of Romanticism ...... 679

b)Part 2 Nature and the Imagination ...... 737

c)Part 3 The Quest for Truth and Beauty ...... 799

V.The Victorian Age 1837–1901 ...... 864

a)Part 1 Optimism and the Belief in Progress ...... 879

b)Part 2 Realism and Naturalism ...... 921

VI.The Modern Age 1901–1950 ...... 984

a)Part 1 Class, Colonialism, and the Great War ...... 999

b)Part 2 Modernism ...... 1059

c)Part 3 World War II and Its Aftermath ...... 1111

VII.An International Literature 1950–Present ...... 1172

a.Part 1 The British Isles: Making and Remaking Traditions ...... 1187

b.Part 2 Around the World: Extending and Evaluating Traditions ...... 1237

Classroom Procedures:

  1. Please be in your seat before the tardy bell rings; otherwise, you will be counted tardy. Remember after school detentions will follow the 3rd tardy. 3 tardies equal one absence.
  2. Begin quietly working on your starter assignment as soon as you enter class.
  3. Unless otherwise authorized by Senior administration, food and drinks arenot allowed in the classroomat any time.
  4. You are expected to bring your materials to class everyday (pencil/pen, paper, binder, book, etc.).
  5. Respect is key the success of our classroom. Put-downs, foul language, and inappropriate comments/conversations will result in a write-up.
  6. No Whining. This class will require a great deal of work, preparation, organization, and study time.
  7. Each student will be given a participation grade. It is critical that you are active in this class.Discussion will be an integral part of this class. You will lose points for being off task, distracting others, not paying attention, etc. Cell phones must be turned off. Cell phone use is not tolerated, as per school policy. Cell phones used in class will be confiscated in accordance with proper academy policies and procedures. Refusal to give up phone upon request constitutes defiance, and will result in more serious consequences.
  8. Class will run bell to bell everyday.
  9. This is not Mr. Haye’s grooming parlor; therefore, all hairbrushes, mirrors, make-up, lotions, and so forth, must not be seen in class. They will be taken.
  10. All off-topic/off-task notes will be confiscated. Do not write notes in class, read notes in class, or pass notes in class. Do not work on classwork for other courses during class time.
  11. You must sign out to use restroom and sign back in upon return. Restrooms may not be used in the first and last ten minutes of class.
  12. Students must make up class time for all absences (during the same 9 weeks)by completing an equivalent level of made up class work. Since class work is part of a cadet’s overall grade, uncompleted make up work will result in a lowering of the overall grade for the marking period.
  13. Assignments, projects, and essays are due at the beginning of class. If I receive your assignment by the end of the school day (2:20), you will receive 90% of the value. The next day, 80%. Day after that, 70%. After 3 days, all late assignments and projects will only be worth 50% of their original point value. Late assignments will not be accepted two weeks after the original due date. Print your assignments before you come to class; you will NOT be able to use school printers to print assignments
  14. You will be given three “Grace” slips for the entire semester. These are the student responsibility forms, located near the homework basket in the front of the room. This allows you to turn in a late assignment without penalty. The “Grace” slip provides you one extra day; it does not excuse you from completing the assignment. If you turn in the student responsibility sheet you will receive a “G” in my marking book and AB in HAC. If work or slip is not submitted, you will automatically receive a zero for the assignment. The “Grace” slip cannot be used for quarterly projects, tests or quizzes. If you turn in all homework on time, you will get a 10-point H.W. Bonus.
  15. Make-up Work-Full credit for any missed assignment will be given if a valid excused absence note is presented within 2 days of your return. Make-up work must be completed within 2 days of your return and is your responsibility. If you are absent, find a convenient time before or after class to ask about what you have missed and what you need to complete (you may also email me for this information). If you do not take it upon yourself to check with me for missed assignments, you will receive a zero.
  16. You will be divided into groups for each nine-week period. In these groups you will work on assignments, projects, writings, etc. You will receive group grades based on my observations and peer evaluations.
  17. Expect quizzes over every selection assigned for homework.
  18. You will receive interim/progress reports that will list your current grade and percentages. These must be signed by a parent or guardian.
  19. Honor Pledge

There is a zero-tolerance policy for cheating in my classroom. Cheating is the presentation/use of others’ work or ideas as your own. In other words, cheating is not putting yourself into your work but putting the work of others into yourself. Any instance of cheating will result in an automatic zero for the assignment and disciplinary action will be taken. If you are ever confused or unsure about whether something needs to be documented, you are responsible for coming to see me to find out. The honor pledge for my class also takes into consideration the vast amount of information available on the Internet. Unlike many instructors who frown upon the use of Sparknotes, Grade saver, and so forth, I see these resources as extensions of a conversation about an author or work. It is essential, however, that cadets learn how to properly attribute credit to the ideas of others. Once cadets have learned proper APA formatting and citation they are responsible for proper attribution of ideas AT ALL TIMES. Furthermore, students should not discuss quiz or test questions – including writing prompts – with students from other class periods unless otherwise instructed. Please note that if you allow other students to copy your work, that action is considered cheating and both students will be subsequently penalized.

  1. Students are to follow all expectations listed in the DAPSS Cadet Handbook.
  2. There are many resources available on my webpage that will aid you in your studies for this course. I encourage you to become familiar with the site.

Evaluation Procedures and Grades:

Cadet evaluation will be based upon the work and performance in the following categories:

Formative – 40%

  • In-class assignments
  • Homework

Summative – 60%

  • Quizzes
  • Tests
  • Major Projects and Research Assignments

Mid-Year and Final Examinations

DAPSS uses a “10-point” grading scale throughout the building to determine grades. The grading scale is as follows:

A = 90% - 100%D = 60% - 69%

B = 80% - 89%F = 59% and below

C = 70% - 79%

Final Course Grades

Final grades will be calculated as follows: 20% for each quarter grade plus 10% for each semester exam. Final grades with .50 or greater will be rounded up.

Materials Needed:

Blue/Black pen or pencil

1 One or two-inch Binder

Dividers with labeled sections for the following areas: Literary Terms, Homework/Quizzes, Classroom Lecture Notes, Hand Outs

1 marble composition notebook ( for Do Nows and Journal Entries)

-Notebook paper (located in binder)

100 Note cards (3x5 or 4x6)

2 highlighters (two different colors)

Flash Drive

25 Sheet Protectors (optional)

It is my desire for each of you to be successful in this course. I hope you grow as an individual and challenge yourself to reach new horizons. I am excited to work with you. Every one of you is key to the success of our classroom!

Sincerely,

Mr. Haye, Ms. Francis and Ms. Lowe

Contact Information:

Mr. Haye

(302) 322-6050 X103

Ms. Francis/Ms. Lowe

I have read and understood Mr. Haye’sEnglish Literature Classroom guidelines and agree to adhere to the guidelines listed.I understand this class will require a great deal of study and preparation . I understand that I will not be able to transfer out of this course due to the workload or low grades.

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