English 11 Honors Sem 2

This is the second of two courses that compose English 11. In this course, the student will focus on literary movements that from American literature, and trace the chronology of national literature from the Modernist through the contemporary period. In reading and responding to these diverse literature selections, the student will gain a thorough understanding of a myriad of fiction and nonfiction genres, including short stories, essays, poetry, drama, memoirs, and autobiographies. The student will also read Jhumpa Lahiri’s novel The Namesake. F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel The Great Gatsby may be read instead of The Namesake. In reading these American literature selections, the student will understand longer works of literature in their historical and literary contexts. Writing instruction guides the students through the process of composing a literary analysis and a research paper. Throughout the course, the student expands his vocabulary in context. The mastery of both critical vocabulary and grammar skills helps the student become a more thoughtful and effective reader and writer. The Honors course includes more rigorous curriculum and provides greater opportunities for students to explore concepts, engage in independent research, and demonstrate critical thinking skills.