Introduction: Are there similarities between cultures
that transcend time and place? Are there "lessons in life" that affect
people regardless of setting? Can people from different classes within
the same country learn the same "lesson?" After completing this assignment,
you will not only be able to better answer these questions, but you will
also be given the chance to demonstrate your prowess in identifying a variety
of other literary terms. (You didn't think we could actually get that far
from the EOC, did you?)
Assignment: In this lesson, you will read a Peruvian
short story and have the opportunity to identify various literary elements
based on the working definitions we have used in class. Also, and perhaps
more importantly, you will show your understanding of theme with
a visual representation. This "picture" will not only encapsulate the theme
you have identified, but also be accompanied by a statement. This statement
will express your theme in a concise, well written sentence and also express
your beliefs as to whether or not you feel this theme is "universal."
Process: By following the steps below, you will
be guided through the whole assignment. Simply click on the icons that
correspond to each step for instructions on how to proceed. At the bottom
of this page you will also find an evaluation rubric that will detail exactly
what is expected of you. Good luck and happy learning!!
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EVALUATION:
| Task | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Literary
Elements |
Correct examples
of all elements |
All items have examples; 2 or more errors | One or two items missing with 1 or 2
other errors |
More than two items missing and more than 2 other errors | Task not turned in |
| Visual | Done neatly; coincides directly with well stated theme | Done neatly, but does not relate to a well stated theme | Not done neatly, does not correspond to well stated theme | Not done neatly; theme not well stated | Task not turned in |
| Statement | Grammatically well written; clearly states beliefs about stated theme | One or two grammatical errors;
clearly states beliefs |
More than two grammatical errors; clearly states beliefs | More than two grammatical errors; does not clearly state beliefs | Task not turned in |
Conclusion: When you have completed this assignment, you will not
only have a deeper appreciation of the human condition, but also a better
understanding of the use of literary terms in the workings of the genre
of short story.
Credits and references:
http://ist-socrates.berkeley.edu/~dolorier/Reader/pongo.html
www.free-graphics.com