"If This Goes On..." Technology, Truth, and Happiness in Fahrenheit 451

Lesson 19
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ELA

Alternate Unit 1

10th Grade

Lesson 19 of 21

Objective


Draft thesis statements and outline an argumentative essay.

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Target Task


Writing Prompt

Outline your body paragraphs using the graphic organizer.

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Homework


Finish outlining your essay.

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Standards


  • W.9-10.1 — Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
  • W.9-10.7 — Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
  • W.9-10.8 — Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
  • W.9-10.9 — Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Supporting Standards

L.9-10.1
L.9-10.6
RI.9-10.1
RI.9-10.2
RL.9-10.1
RL.9-10.2
W.9-10.4
W.9-10.5
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