Censorship, Truth & Happiness in Fahrenheit 451

Lesson 11
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ELA

Unit 7

10th Grade

Lesson 11 of 20

Objective


Formulate and share unique arguments about “The Hearth and the Salamander.” 

Support arguments with strong and thorough textual evidence in a summative Socratic Seminar.

Readings and Materials


  • Book: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury  — “Part 1: The Hearth and the Salamander”

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Target Task


Discourse Questions

  • To what extent does technology improve the quality of life for Montag and Mildred? How does the technology within the novel compare to our current technology? Is technology an effective replacement for books and knowledge? Why or why not? 
  • Which character is most representative of Bradbury’s critical perspective? Why? How do you know? 
  • What is the symbolic significance of the title of this section “The Hearth and the Salamander”?

Homework


  • Read and annotate Section 2 of Fahrenheit 451 by Lesson 13. 
    • Annotation Focus: In what ways does Montag’s character change in Part 2? Who does he become?
  • Track evidence for this unit’s Free Response Question using a SAY, MATTER, MEAN chart.

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Standards


  • LO 5.1A — Extend the conversation around an idea, topic, or text by formulating questions and recognizing the claims and perspectives of others.
  • LO 5.1B — Cite relevant evidence and evaluate the evidence presented by others.
  • SL.9-10.1 — Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9—10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Supporting Standards

LO 1.4B
LO 2.2A
RL.9-10.1
RL.9-10.2
W.9-10.1

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