The Big Questions of: The Romantic Era
Each unit will feature a set of questions.We, as interactive and effective readers, will:
- locate examples to illustrate literary elements/concepts/themes, etc.
- draw conclusions
- infer
- provide textual support for responses
- What can people learn from nature?
- Is emotion stronger than reason/logic?
- When is the ordinary extraordinary?
- How does war change our values?
Introduction: Romantic Era Scavenger Hunt
This assignment will work best if it's completed using the section hyperlinks below. (Hover over the section titles then click on them to be directed to the website)
On the actual worksheet, you can scan the QR codes to be directed to the section's corresponding reading that will assist you in the completion of this assignment. Email or see the instructor if you have any questions or can't locate certain info.
HISTORY:
BRITISH POETRY MOVEMENTS
ROMANTIC LITERATURE: NON-POETRY MOVEMENTS
ROMANTIC LITERATURE OUTSIDE BRITAIN
On the actual worksheet, you can scan the QR codes to be directed to the section's corresponding reading that will assist you in the completion of this assignment. Email or see the instructor if you have any questions or can't locate certain info.
HISTORY:
- What major new development during the Industrial Revolution made artists of the time feel like their beliefs were being challenged?
- What major shift occurred in the American Revolution and the French Revolution that was shown in art through the theme of freedom?
- What themes or unifying principles did the Laissez-Faire approach to government solidify (reinforce)?
- Name three problems with population shift and two general problems during the Industrial Revolution.
- What was the main emphasis of the French Revolution that appeared throughout literature and art during this period.
BRITISH POETRY MOVEMENTS
- Name and describe four of the themes that were present in Romantic poetry.
- What event took place in Wordsworth's life during his walking tour in Europe that influenced him greatly as a writer?
- Describe how John Keats expressed romance in his poems. What did he use to convey (show the reader) his message?
- What was Byron's special contribution to the Romantic Era? Give an example of it using one of his works.
- What ideas did the writer of the Romantic Era challenge that existed during and before this time period?
ROMANTIC LITERATURE: NON-POETRY MOVEMENTS
- Describe how Mary Shelley came about the idea to make Frankenstein and what her intention was when she made it.
- Describe one of the recurring themes or plots throughout Jane Austen's literary works and why it is ironic when compared to her own life.
- Explain how the non-poetry movement was related to, influenced, or influenced by the poetic movements.
- What are some of the unifying ideas or beliefs behind literature in the romantic period?
ROMANTIC LITERATURE OUTSIDE BRITAIN
- What two elements were common in short stories that writers such as Hans Christian Andersen and Edgar Allan Poe shared?
- The novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, renewed the Parisian interest in what?
- Describe the recurring (happening more than once) themes in Edgar Allan Poe's works.
- The Romantic Era saw the birth and rise of what two genres? (HINT: They're in the section on Poe.)
- List the most common elements in Romantic Era literature.
- Why were the common elements of the Romantic Era what they were?
Jane Austen Biography
In order to become acquainted with the author of Pride and Prejudice, you are to watch a series of short videos (click here for the video link) about Austen's life and writings. As you watch, respond to the questions provided to you. (The questions are available. Click to download.)
Watch the videos in order:
Watch the videos in order:
- Jane Austen – Lessons in Love
- Jane Austen – Love, Finally
- Jane Austen – By a Lady
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Romantic Era: Reasons, Literature, & Language
This assignment will give you a better insight into the language of the aristocracy and the common people during the Romantic era.
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Romantic Era: Gender ROles
In order to better understand the major themes we will see in Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, you first must be familiar with what was expected of the two sexes. This presentation, along with the assisted note-taking guide, will help you to better understand the behaviors, culture, and society of the Romantic era. (The note-taking guide is available for download beneath the Prezi.)
21st Century Gender Gaps in College Education: click here to view video and article
Partner Project: Gender Roles then vs. Now
See below for an example, so that you can have an idea of what the finished project should look like.
Mind Your Manners Warm-up
Webster's Dictionary defines "manners" as "the way that a person normally behaves especially while with other people." Example = He had a gracious manner towards ladies.
"Etiquette" is defined as "the rules indicating the proper and polite way to behave."
In Austen's Pride and Prejudice, both manners and etiquette are an extremely important characteristic of aristocracy and nobility.
For today's warm-up, I'm asking you to analyze the roles of manners and etiquette in your life and in today's world.
"Etiquette" is defined as "the rules indicating the proper and polite way to behave."
In Austen's Pride and Prejudice, both manners and etiquette are an extremely important characteristic of aristocracy and nobility.
For today's warm-up, I'm asking you to analyze the roles of manners and etiquette in your life and in today's world.
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Pride & Prejudice: Introducing the Story
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Pride & Prejudice - Movie Trailer
In order to preview the story we are going to be watching and reading, watch the movie trailer below. Pick out some key characteristics for our main protagonists and antagonists. Also, identify the various conflicts that will arise in the story.
PErsuasive Writing Assessment
Pride & Prejudice Tie-in
Students were administered a writing assessment on whether they agreed or disagreed with arranged marriages. The assessment is district-mandated and is being used to assess students' strengths and weaknesses in writing. The article and writing prompt can be downloaded below. Absent students may email in their essay to [email protected].
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Movie Viewing Comprehension Questions
Part 1 - omit #13-16
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Part 2
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Part 3
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Part 4
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Part 5
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Exam Study Guide
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ELL Adapted Study Guide
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