Unit One:In-ClassWriting: Literary Analysis

Prompt: How does George Orwell express his attitude of the Russian Revolution in his novel, Animal Farm?

Assessment Task: File name example: 2nd_JSmith_AFDue:______

You are to write three paragraphs, which includes an introductory paragraph, on the literary elements of allegory and satire in Animal Farm.Specifically, students examine how Orwell uses allegory and satire within the novel. Students should focus on the different characters, situations, and/or how they interact with each other to reveal the theme, or the meaning of the work as a whole. Students’ analyses are not to focus on dialogue or plot events. Each paragraph should use the TIDIDE model for writing. Students are to also use MLA format for the manuscript as well as parenthetical citation for including textual evidence in the novel.

STANDARD / SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
Point breakdown specified by objective / WEIGHTED VALUE / POINTS EARNED / 100
LITERARY ANALYSIS
ELACC9RL1: The student cites strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
ELACC9RL3: The student determines the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, specifically connotative meanings. The student analyzes the cumulative impact of a specific word choice on meaning and mood.
ELACC9W1: The student writes to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and sufficient evidence. The student develops claims thoroughly, uses words and phrases to link major sections of his/her writing, and establishes a strong connection between evidence and inferences drawn through his/her writing.
ELACC9W5: Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and
audience / W1: The student includes an introductory paragraph with a Hook (H), an Inference (I), and a thesis based on the above question in bold (T). 9pts
W1: The student includes an inferentially based topic sentence (T) for each paragraph that includes the specific literary element and purpose it serves20 pts. total
  1. (T) on how allegory reveals theme10pts
  2. (T) on how satire reveals theme10pts
RL1: The student includes at least three pieces of textual evidence (word-for-word quotations) from the novel in each paragraph to support his/her inferences. (I) sentences.24 pts
  1. Evidence in included within each paragraph in chronological order
  2. Evidence is the specific type required for each paragraph (allegory and satire)
W1: The student explains the connections between the textual evidence and the inference made in the topic sentence. (D) sentence. 24 pts.
W9: The student draws information from literary or informational texts to support analysis. 8pts / 80%
WRITING AS A CRAFT
ELACC9L3: The student edits work so that it conforms to the guidelines in the MLA Handbook for a manuscript as well as parenthetical citation.
ELACC9L1: The student uses various types of phrases and clauses to add variety and interest to his/her writing.
ELACC9L2: The student demonstrates a command of the conventions of Standard English usage. / L3: The student conforms to the manuscript guidelines for MLA format. 10pts
L3: Textual evidence is embedded seamlessly within the student’s writing. See breakdown of deductions below
  1. Quotations are no longer than five words1pt
  2. Quotations are part of a larger sentence written originally by the student1pt
  3. Quotations do not begin a sentence1pt
  4. Parenthetical citation is at the end of the sentence containing the quotation.3pts
L1: The student uses at least two different sentence options in each paragraph to combine independent clauses.2pts
  1. Sentence options are punctuated correctly.1pt
L2: The student uses present tense verbs throughout the entire essay.1pt
L2: The student does not use first or second person anywhere in the essay.1pt
* Additional infractions in grammar and mechanics not listed above will reduce the Writing as Craft score by one point per occurrence of the error. / 20%

W5: Student proves that he/she went the process of revision to strengthen and develop writing (graphic organizers, hand-written draft, proof of revision) 15 pts.

SCORE: ______