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English 10: Adventure Genre Lab Unit 1: Introduction to Literary Elements

in the Adventure Genre

Unit Objective: At the end of this unit, you will be able to 1. identify literary elements of the adventure genre and 2. answer the constructed response question: What is the most defining literary element in the adventure genre?

Genre Lab Objective: At the end of the adventure genre lab, you will have read the novel Peak by Roland Smith and you will have read several of your own independent adventure novels. You will also write a comparative analysis essay in response to the following prompt: Make a claim based on a central theme you

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Name: _________________________________________________ Class Period: ____________________ Date: ________________________have discovered between the core text and another adventure novel you have read independently. How do the authors use literary elements to develop the theme?

Qualities/FactorsPerseverance/indifferenceEndurance/resistanceFortitude/weakness Determination/apathyDoubt/confidenceSincerity/insinceritySuccess/failureCourage/fearMaturity/immaturitySelflessness/selfishnessHumility/pride

Outcomes/Enduring Understandings Self-relianceInsightSelf-awarenessGlobal awarenessFamily dynamicsMotivesPhysical capabilities/limitationsGovernment restrictionsPersonal analysisNatures influence/force

Examples of thematic statements:Self-awareness is gained through self-analysis.Personal identity is discovered through a series of setbacks.Relationships evolve out of hardship.Perseverance through difficult situations becomes possible through self-awareness. It takes courage to fail and learn.Courage is facing fears, rather than ignoring them.Those who choose to ignore the insights of their superiors will experience self-doubt. Maturity can come from the experience of unfamiliar situations.Insincere actions reveal true motives.

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What is the adventure genre like?What do we know about adventure stories (through books, movies, series, comics, cartoons, video games, etc.)?

1. What are some typical physical settings of adventure stories?

2. What are the protagonists usually like? List character traits.

3. What kind of antagonist might exist?

4. How do supporting characters (sidekick, mentor, love interest, etc.) in this genre usually add to the plot?

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5. Define the word quest:

6. In 2-3 sentences summarize one movie or book plot that you think might be classified as an “adventure”:

7. What makes this movie/book an adventure genre story?

8. What generalization(s) can you make about this genre based on our discussions?

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Unit 1 VocabularyWord Part of Speech Definition

Pinnacle

Expedition

Plateau

Crampon

Summit

Endeavor

Probation

Prosecutor

Arraignment

Interrogate

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Unit 1 Vocabulary PracticeYour assignment: Please draw a visual representation of five of the vocab words on the unit 1 list. Be sure to label each word. 10 points.

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Intro to SettingSetting in PeakWhat is the setting like? Important quotation revealing setting: Why is this quotation important? What

does it show readers about the book, the characters, potential conflicts, literary elements, and/or possible themes?

Setting in Independent Text Title ________________________________________________________________ Author _________________________________

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Setting refers to when and where a story takes place. It includes the physical setting (place), the temporal setting (time), and the culture/society in which the story takes place.

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HOMEWORK: Setting Writing PromptPrompt: What element of the setting will be most important to your independent reading book? Why? Use evidence from the text to support your response.

Rubric: 3 points – Claim/Topic Sentence – Introduce a precise, knowledgeable claim that is debatable, defensible, narrow, and specific. Establish the significance of the claim. 3 points – Evidence/Quote – Supply sufficient, relevant evidence from credible sources to fairly and thoroughly develop the claim. Blend the quotation properly. YOU MUST USE PROPER CITATIONS – “Direct Quote from your novel” (Author’s Last Name Page #). 3 points – Reasoning/Analysis – Use valid reasoning to explain how the evidence leads to the claim.

Example:The social setting of the book A President’s War by Eric Goszyk is the most important literary element because it creates a society in which the poor are at a disadvantage and do not have basic necessities. When the main character, Joanne, goes to the outdoor market, she is told, “Get away from here you migrant!” (Goszyk 14). Joanne is unable to get food for her family which puts her at a disadvantage and leads her to a life of crime.

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Intro to CharacterCharacter in PeakWho seems like an important character? What is this character like?

Important quotation revealing character: Why is this quotation important? What does it show readers about the book, the characters, potential conflicts, literary elements, and/or possible themes?

Character in Independent Text Title ____________________________________________________________ Author _________________________________

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Characters include the protagonist (main character who experiences the central conflict), the antagonist (force/character who creates conflict for the protagonist), and supporting characters such as sidekick, mentor/advisor, etc.

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HOMEWORK: Character Writing PromptPrompt: Who will be the most important character in your independent reading book? Why? Use evidence from the text to support your response.

Rubric: 3 points – Claim/Topic Sentence – Introduce a precise, knowledgeable claim that is debatable, defensible, narrow, and specific. Establish the significance of the claim. 3 points – Evidence/Quote – Supply sufficient, relevant evidence from credible sources to fairly and thoroughly develop the claim. Blend the quotation properly. YOU MUST USE PROPER CITATIONS – “Direct Quote from your novel” (Author’s Last Name Page #). 3 points – Reasoning/Analysis– Use valid reasoning to explain how the evidence leads to the claim.

Example:The character Joanne in the book A President’s War by Eric Goszyk is the most important character because she is the protagonist and the other characters rely on her for guidance. When she is put into jail, the other characters feel “lost and dismayed by Joanne’s imprisonment. They didn’t have enough food to last them much longer” (Goszyk 28). Joanne’s family is dependent on her for food and also that they seem lost without her. Because she is in prison, they have difficulty moving forward and this leads to the conflict.

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Intro to PlotPlot in PeakWhat can you tell about the plot/conflict so far? What seems to be an important part/episode of the story?

Important quotation revealing plot/conflict:

Why is this quotation important? What does it show readers about the book, the characters, potential conflicts, literary elements, and/or possible themes?

Plot in Independent Text Title ____________________________________________________________________ Author _________________________________

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Plot refers to the events in a story. It includes the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. Conflict is an important part of plot. Stories can also have subplots.

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HOMEWORK: Plot Writing PromptPrompt: What is the most important episode/incident in your independent reading book? Why? Use evidence from the text to support your response.

Rubric: 3 points – Claim/Topic Sentence – Introduce a precise, knowledgeable claim that is debatable, defensible, narrow, and specific. Establish the significance of the claim. 3 points – Evidence/Quote – Supply sufficient, relevant evidence from credible sources to fairly and thoroughly develop the claim. Blend the quotation properly. YOU MUST USE PROPER CITATIONS – “Direct Quote from your novel” (Author’s Last Name Page #). 3 points – Reasoning/Analysis – Use valid reasoning to explain how the evidence leads to the claim.

Example:The most important event in the book A President’s War by Eric Goszyk is when the main character, Joanne, meets Rachel in jail. When Joanne meets Rachel, she is stunned by Rachel’s plan to escape: “The plan was crazy, but Joanne was desperate” (Goszyk 36). Joanne is desperate to escape because she needs to feed her family. Also, she is thinking differently about the justice system since she’s willing to break the law to escape. This change in Joanne, combined with Rachel’s influence, is what later prompts her revolution against the government, which is a central conflict.

REMEMBER: You may not use the pronouns “you” or “I’ in this response unless it is part of your quote. You must introduce your quotes with an introductory phrase or clause.

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Adventure GeneralizationsWhat is true about SETTING in the adventure genre?

What is true about CHARACTERS in the adventure genre?

What is true about PLOT in the adventure genre?

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DEFINITION: Write a definition of the adventure genre using what you have learned in the intro unit.

Unit 1 Constructed ResponseWhat is the most defining literary element in the adventure genre (setting/character/plot)? Why? Use evidence from the core text to support your response.

3 points – Claim/Topic Sentence– Introduce a precise, knowledgeable claim that is debatable, defensible, narrow, and specific. Establish the significance of the claim. Includes the title of the text, author, and the most defining literary element you chose.3 points – Transition/Background Info – Provide a brief summary of events leading up to the evidence.3 points – Evidence/Quote – FROM Core Text - Supply sufficient, relevant evidence from credible sources to fairly and thoroughly develop the claim. Blend the quotation properly and USE PROPER CITATIONS – “Direct Quote from your novel” (Last Name Page #). 3 points – Reasoning/Analysis– Use valid reasoning to explain how the evidence leads to the claim. How does your evidence show that your choice is the most defining literary element in adventure?3 points – Conclusion – Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented (This is why ___ is the most defining element DOES NOT COUNT).

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