The Mark on the Wall Lesson Plan

Modernism in Literature

Kind of Activity:

Group Work

Objective:

Students will be conduct a research project to better understand modernism in literature and the context in which "The Mark on the Wall" was written.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.8

Structure:

Ask the class to define the word "modern," considering the different ways the word might be used. Example definitions: 1. (adjective) Relating to recent times 2. (noun) one who deviates from traditional styles

Research (30-40 minutes)

Explain that the class will be conducting a short in-class research project to better understand modernism in literature and...