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9.2.1 Close Reading: Figurative expressions, mood, and point of view in a text
English · Grade 11 · 4 lessons in the design
What you will be able to do
- analyse the figurative expressions, irony, diction, mood and point in a text
- describe the literal (surface and deeper meaning) of a text
- distinguish the words, phrases and sentences used to present facts and opinions in a text
- appreciate the importance of distinguishing facts from opinions for lifelong learning
Key questions
“How does the way the story is told affect meaning?”
“Why is it important to differentiate the facts and opinions in a text?”
“How do figurative expressions, mood, irony, and choice of words affect meaning in a text?”
Lessons
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What is close reading?
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizDescribe and apply the steps of close reading.
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Analysing language and style
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizAnalyse the use of language and style in a passage.
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Structure, purpose and audience
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizAnalyse the structure, purpose and audience of a text.
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Writing a close-reading response
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizWrite a response to a text using close reading and answer the key inquiry.