Gatsby Chapter Nine

November 14, 2014

 

E.Q: How do symbols function in the Great Gatsby?

Obj: I can determine the purpose in symbolism.

 

Starter:

Free Write

 

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.  

We will be looking at the next four words.

Activity:

1.  Movie Clip

We will be finishing the rest of the movie for chapter nine.

2.  Colors and Symbols

Now that we have almost finished reading The Great Gatsby, we will look back and reexamine some of the textual symbols - with the new understanding that we have gained. In your small group, you will trace the context and implications of an assigned symbol in the book. Remember to use evidence from the text, including page numbers, to support your ideas. 

Gold vs. Yellow

Green and the green light

White

Gray and the Valley of Ashes

Eyes of TJ Eckleburg
Time 

 

 

 

 

Final Project

Purpose: Inform

Audience: Teacher

Genre/Format: Report

Prompts:

-Using evidence from texts you have read in your classes this semester, analyze how the American Dream has evolved over time.  You may want to consider how the Dream varies across time, cultures, and political climate.

Length: 3-5 pages

Requirements: Must use at least two outside sources and textual evidence from one novel read in class.

Rubric

Due Date: December 2

 

Closure:

What symbol resonates most with you.