Short Story Unit Project

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1 Short Story Unit Project Jestice/English 1 Total points: 30 daily points 100 Project Points for Poster 100 Project Points for Presentation Objective: Students demonstrate the application of literary elements in short stories, showing mastery in a project-based assignment. Student demonstrates the ability to follow directions. Directions: 1. Choose a partner that means one! You may work with ONE person. 2. Choose a short story that we have not read in class from the list below. No two groups in a class may choose the same story. Please sign up for your story on the posted paper. Both partners will read the selected story; think about the plot curve and literary elements to analyze your short story. Stories to Choose The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant p. 27 Where Have You Gone Charming Billy p. 63 Marigolds by Eugenia Collier p. 74 The Osage Orange Tree by William Stafford p. 104 The Perfect Storm by Sebastian Junger p. 113 The Sniper by Liam O Flaherty p. 162 The Possibility of Evil by Shirley Jackson p. 172 The Censors by Luisa Valenzuela p. 185 A Christmas Memory by Truman Capote p. 272 American History by Judith Ortiz Cofer p. 294 The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant by W.D. Wetherell p. 306 The Beginning of Something by Sue Ellen Bridgers p. 324 Brothers Are the Same by Beryl Markham p.359 Through the Tunnel by Doris Lessing p.373 To Build a Fire by Jack London p. 517 Marine Corps Issue by David McLean p. 618 Daughter of Invention by Julia Alvarez p. 663 Powder by Tobias Wolf p. 687 Full Circle by Sue Grafton p. 742 Wasps Nest by Agatha Christie p. 759 The Utterly Perfect Murder by Ray Bradbury p. 799 A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings by Gabriel Garcia Marquez p.863 Two Kinds by Amy Tan p. 88

2 The Cultural Worker by Sue Doro p. 850 The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry p. 151 In the Family by Maria Elena Llano p. 856 My Wonderful Horse by Sabine R. Ulibarri p. 557 The Open Window by Saki p. 816 Powder by Tobias Wolff p Make a poster of your story on a large piece of poster board. If you want to be even more creative, that is great, too! a. First, label, explain in writing, and illustrate each item of the 5 point plot curve use the worksheets you have already filled out as examples. (Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution). Both the written explanation and a drawing (or other representation are required). Computer graphics may be used if they are kept to a minimum. Be symbolic. b. Second, you should address each literary element (list below) that you find in the story. Use examples/quotes from the text to support your explanation of where each element was found. Make your poster/plot curves interesting and colorful be creative! Literary Elements 1 Characterization - A define both protagonist & antagonist B direct characterization (for both) C indirect characterization (for both) D Are these characters static or dynamic? 2 Setting - fully describe how the setting impacts the theme or character development. 3 Foreshadowing - fully describe the hints or clues at the things or events that later happen in the story. 4 Mood - fully describe the mood of the story. 5 Tone - fully describe the tone & explain how the author feels about the subject matter. 6 Point of View - 1st person? 3 rd person? 3 rd person omniscient? Also, pick out a passage from the test (with page #) to support your answer. 7 Symbols - fully describe the symbol and what it represents. 8 Allusion fully describe at least one allusion from the story and what it is an allusion to. 9 Irony Verbal? Dramatic? Situational? Fully explain what is ironic in the story and which of the three types of irony it is. 10 Theme state the theme of the story. Remember to begin it with It is human nature to Work Time: Please bring supplies to work on October 10, 12, 16 and 18 Presentations: Sign up for a presentation time October 23

3 Short Story Project Grading Rubric I. Work Days (30 daily points) A. You were prepared on all work days with supplies / 10 points B. You were on task during all work days / 20 points II. Poster (100 project points) A. Creativity (High School level work) /5 points B. Neatness (High School level work) /5 points C. Plot Curve / 40 points exposition (5) setting time (2) place (2) other important elements (explain) (2) impact on theme/character (4) conflict (5) rising action/complications (5) turning point/climax (5) falling action (5) resolution (5) D. Literary Elements (10 terms, 5 pts. each) / 50 points Protagonist direct indirect static/dynamic Antagonist direct indirect static/dynamic Foreshadowing Mood Tone Point of View 1 st person 3 rd person 3 rd omniscient Symbols Allusion Irony verbal situational dramatic Theme

4 III. Presentation (100 points) Each partner must present the project divide the work evenly. You must present whether or not your partner is present. INTRODUCTION Interesting, appropriate attention getter Relevant background information (author & title) Clear statement of purpose for this presentation BODY Logical organization/purpose (Ideas so that listeners can follow line of reason) Summary is clear and thorough Discussion of Plot Curve (sufficient depth to support purpose) Discussion of Literary Elements (sufficient depth to support purpose) Developed style according to purpose CONCLUSION Memorable conclusion DELIVERY Speaker dresses appropriate for the occasion Presentation lasts 4-6 minutes. Formal English Use proper diction Use proper grammar Utilize specialized technical language as appropriate Maintains Interest Eye contact Extemporaneous delivery (appropriate preparation & appropriate adaptation to the audience) Avoiding distracting mannerisms (appropriate gestures & body posture) Volume (appropriate level) Rate (appropriate pace & enthusiasm) Enunciation/Clarity (appropriate vocal technique) TOTAL _/100 POINTS IV. Total Points (points taken from above rubrics) A. Works Days / 30 points B. Poster / 100 points C. Presentation / 100 points

5 Short Story Project and Presentation Contract DUE Friday, October 6, 2017 and will be partnering for the Short Story Project and Presentation. We have chosen as a short story. We understand that this is a partnership and a group grade. We will both participate equally. Each partner must complete his or her portion of the project. If a person fails to fulfill the contracted project, the other party may choose to separate from the uncooperative member by approaching Mrs. Jestice with a well-stated argument prior to the presentation. The expelled partner will then be responsible for all tasks pertaining to the selected short story. The partner with the grievance will be responsible for all tasks pertaining to the short story project, as well. Partner Signature #1 The group members have read and understand the above statements. (printed name) (signed name) Partner Signature #2 (printed name) (signed name)