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English 11A Literature & Composition Humanities



This course offers students a dual perspective, both literary and historical, on the emergence of the United States as a world power. The focus is on the major literary movements, eras, events, and figures of America are past and present. Earns credit in (0483) SS3 US History and English Literature & Composition 11A. Students will be expected to complete summer reading texts and assigned work. Assignments are available from the Literature and Composition Department Head Teacher.

The Literature A program is designed for college preparatory students. Students will be required to complete two summer reading books: one that is assigned and given to students and one chosen by them from the book list. During the semester, students will be expected to read a minimum of five full-length novels and/or plays, as well as draft eight formal papers. Work with poetry, drama, short literary pieces, grammar, and vocabulary will be ongoing. An average of 30 minutes per evening of homework will be expected of the students in this program.





Course Length: 1 Year   Grading: Numerical
Eligibility: Grade 11   Credits: 2 Credits
Course ID: 0121   Prerequisite:
Level: A