Grade 10 - Language Arts
English 10 B - Semester 2 (Credit: 0.50) English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English
language. In English 10B you will explore characteristics of different genres of fiction,
such as realistic fiction, historical fiction, and science fiction, and analyze historical
context, theme, and genre in Franz Kafka’s novella The Metamorphosis. The second
unit covers many types of nonfiction writing, including memoirs, personal essays, public
essays, speeches, and narrative nonfiction. In the third unit, you will analyze traits and
genres of poetry. In addition, you will complete writing activities in which you will employ
analytical and persuasive skills. In English 10B, you will also study a variety of
techniques to improve your reading comprehension, writing skills, and grammar and
mechanics.
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