The Haunting of Hill House Lesson Plan

Test Prep

Kind of Activity:

Collaborative Writing

Objective:

Students will be able to create a mock test based on the novel.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.2

Structure:

To begin the activity, ask students what they think test makers consider when making tests for literature. Take notes from this conversation on the board. Students may joke and say test makers are trying to make students miserable. They may also note that test makers, including teachers, are likely paying attention to important points from the text, including important themes, motifs, and symbols. Explain to students that they will be creating a mock test in groups. The test will be...