Grade 10 - Language Arts
Texas English II B - Semester 2 (Credit: 0.50)English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English
language. In Texas English IIB, 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. In the
second unit, you will read and analyze nonfiction writing, including memoirs, personal
essays, public essays, speeches, and narrative nonfiction. In the third unit, you will
analyze traits and genres of poetry. Throughout the course, you will complete writing
activities in which you will employ analytical and persuasive skills. You will also study
techniques to improve your reading comprehension, writing skills, and grammar and
mechanics
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