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“Meet the Mockers”: A Survey of Satirical Writing and Televised Media from
Juvenal to South Park Trafficking in ridicule and shame, the genre of satire leavens social criticism with wit in order to bring about some improvement in the world. Learn how the satirist employs the techniques of irony, sarcasm, parody, burlesque, caricature, and exaggeration as bright lights that expose the follies, abuses, and shortcomings of targeted individuals, corporations, governments, and society, in general, not to mention our very own human natures (which we all know are perfect). With satirical selections drawn from the 1st to the 21st centuries, and from letters, pamphlets, drama, novels, animations, and popular television shows, this course aims to present a broad range of satirical works on a wide variety of situations.
Prerequisite(s) N/A
Length of Course 1 bin
Mod & Period 1A, 4B
Credits Apply Toward English
Grade Level(s) 11, 12
Teacher(s) McGrath
Train Dreams
How is it possible that a book of just 116 pages could convey the tectonic shift in American life at the start of the 20th century? Find out in this course, during which we will listen to and read Train Dreams, an award- winning novella by Denis Johnson. Called “an epic in miniature” by book critics, Train Dreams follows the trials and tribulations of Robert Granier, as he bounces around the American West, working on the railroad, in the mines, and in the lumber industry. In this literature class, we will address much of the historical context of the novella to understand its power. Students will complete a variety of in-class assignments, including written responses and a highly creative visual timeline of Granier’s exploits and their historical significance.
Length of Course 1 X-bin
Mod + Period 3Xab
Credits Apply Toward English
Mythological and
Biblical Allusions Writers and speakers are always quoting from or referring to earlier works to make a point—they are using allusions. The Bible and the Greek myths are by far the most common sources for allusions, but Shakespeare is close behind. Not spotting or understanding these allusions hinders true understanding of not just great literature but all sophisticated communication. This course will help you unlock the meanings of the commonest allusions used in western art and writing and will make you the envy of your friends.
Length of Course 1 X-bin
Mod + Period 1Xab, 6Xab
Credits Apply Toward English
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Grade Level(s) 9, 10, 11, 12
Teacher(s) Ann Hunter
Grade Level(s) 9, 10, 11, 12
Teacher(s) Bernard
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