Pursuing Dreams: A Raisin in the Sun

Lesson 22
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ELA

Unit 3

7th Grade

Lesson 22 of 26

Objective


Draft setting paragraphs, focusing on vivid descriptive details.

Readings and Materials


  • Play: A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry 

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Target Task


Writing Prompt

Draft a two-paragraph description of the Youngers' new living room. Underline one example of personification (or other figurative language) in your paragraphs.

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Homework


Complete any work on the setting paragraphs not finished in class.

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Common Core Standards


  • L.7.5 — Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
  • W.7.3 — Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.
  • W.7.3.a — Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and point of view and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.
  • W.7.3.d — Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events.

Supporting Standards

L.7.1
L.7.2
L.7.3
L.7.5.a
RL.7.5
RL.7.10
SL.7.1
SL.7.6
W.7.3.b
W.7.3.c
W.7.4
W.7.5
W.7.6
W.7.10

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Outline a short dramatic scene and draft "At Rise" paragraphs.

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