English III Honors

.: Pace of Class

High school level college prep class. Read books independently with brief introduction and limited guidance. Self-pacing & self-planning to meet deadlines.

.: Outside Work

4-5 hours of homework per week

.: Textbook

The Scarlet Letter
The Great Gatsby
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
The Awakening
Their Eyes Were Watching God
A six week novel will be read during the final marking period. Majority of reading done outside of class. Class novel read each six weeks. Reading for theme, literary merit and to learn AP analysis methods.

.: Writing Skills

First semester's concentration is thematic analysis and grammatical revision. Concept of timed writing introduced & practiced @ honors level. Style analysis for tone, imagery & diction introduced during second semester. Development of voice and personal writing is also a component of this course.

.: Recommended Background

English 2 Honors or English 2 with a minimum of an 85. Suggested PSAT score of 48 or higher.

.: Differences in Weighting of Grades

Fewer grades per marking period than English 3
Tests, quizzes, major papers 75%; daily homework & participation 25%.
Participation grade based on seminars and discussions.

.: Overall Expectations

Complete class work as assigned in a timely fashion. Consistent attendance and active participation. A willingness to work hard and act responsibly.