ATTWN 139-165

April 25, 2018

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.5
Analyze how an author's choices concerning how to structure specific parts of a text (e.g., the choice of where to begin or end a story, the choice to provide a comedic or tragic resolution) contribute to its overall structure and meaning as well as its aesthetic impact

EQ: Analyze how Christie's choices contribute to the overall structure and meaning of And Then There Were None. 

Starter: 

Based on the reading last night, do you still support your original accusation?

Explain why.

Vocabulary:

Word: Jury

Part of Speech:  (noun)

Dictionary Definition:a body of people (typically twelve in number) sworn to give a verdict in a legal case on the basis of evidence submitted to them in court.

Your Definition:

Activity: Act as a juror to decide who is responsible for the deaths on Soldier Island.

Word: Defendant 

Part of Speech:(noun)

Dictionary Definition: an individual, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law.

Your Definition:

Activity: Decide which defendant is guilty.

Activity

1. Gathering Information

As a class, we will conduct a mock trial.

If your character is alive, you are responsible for creating a statement of innocence.

If your character is dead, you will serve as the jury.

You will be creating questions to ask each character.

As a whole, we will vote to see who we believe is guilty of the crime.

Use the persuasion map to create your statements to be presented to the class. 

As you create this, consider what language and style devices could enhance your credibility.

 Words that Describe Language.

Checklist: Elements of Literary Style

 

You may also use this interactive version if you prefer it online. 

2.  Mock Trial

Each character will present their case.

The jury will then have a moment to ask any questions that are relevant to the proceedings.

3.  ATTWN 139-165

As you read pay attention the choices of the author.

 Closure:

Do you agree with the class' ruling?

Justify your reasoning.