welcome to 12th grade advance placement literature

Mr. DeBolt’s Summer Assignment 12th Grade AP 2017

Fox Tech High School 1

Welcome to 12th Grade Advanced Placement Literature

This packet is your guide to the summer packet. It is designed to prepare you for the upcoming school year.

Please read thoroughly. You are responsible for reading and asking questions.

This assignment is required for ALL students for any Senior English class.

Contents

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Summer Assignment ........................................................................................................................................................ 2

1. Literary Terms Tool Box ............................................................................................................................................ 3

Note Cards........................................................................................................................................................................ 4

2. Understanding a novel................................................................................................................................................. 5

3. Mr. DeBolt’s Wiki Page .............................................................................................................................................. 9

3. Plagiarism .................................................................................................................................................................. 10



Introduction The primary goal of the Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition Course at Fox

Tech High School is to develop a student’s ability to evaluate literature critically as both a reader and a

writer. The course regularly emphasizes the development of independent thought and mature habits of

critical thinking. Classroom discussion and active participation are vital to course success. Writing

assignments, both short and long, will be an important and frequent feature of the course. Advanced

Placement English is demanding and intellectually stimulating; less than your total effort will inevitably

lead to frustration and weakened commitment. The course requires your best effort consistently. My email

address is [email protected], so please feel free to contact me in the summer should you have any

questions.

A copy of this packet is posted to this website: http://tinyurl.com/cg3agq3 or Google John DeBolt

Wiki, and then on the left-hand side of my wiki page, click the Advanced Placement hyperlink.

What should an AP student possess?

1. The desire to learn more than the obvious or superficial.

2. The ability to engage in intelligent discussion, involving active listening and constructive speaking.

3. A strong sense of responsibility, sufficient enough to keep up with the individual workload and

contribute meaningfully to group efforts.

4. The willingness to accept constructive criticism from teacher and peers.

5. An open-mind and patience to accept a variety of answers or unresolved questions as starting points

for further thinking and exploring of ideas in works of literature.

6. A strong command of language or the willingness to work hard to catch up with students who

possess such skill.

7. The belief that education is not purely school-related, but rather an on-going and life-long pursuit,

therefore “senior-itis” is eliminated because it shows a lack of character, and reveals a student who

wants to “get the grade” rather than one who loves learning for the sake of learning and enriching

the mind.

8. The ability to actually turn your work in on time and complete.

Summer Assignment

The summer assignment is designed in two parts and specific information follows:

1. Literary Terms Tool Box (term to meaning): the student will complete a series of literary term cards

which will provide critical knowledge so that you may comprehend the texts. Learning to evaluate

literature requires that you develop an analytical language. This is applicable for the AP exam

questions 1 and 2.

2. Novel question: the student will begin their understanding of novel analysis in preparation for

Question 3 of the AP exam. If you choose to not read the novels presented in class, then you cannot

pass the AP Literature Exam.

Two assignment grades are earned as follows:

Literary Term Cards (50) Wednesday 8/23 or Thursday 8/24 (A/B)

1984 Reading Response Friday 8/25 or Monday 8/28 (A/B)



1. Literary Terms Tool Box

Purpose: to begin to learn the language of literature and ultimately link device to meaning.

Directions: define the words and provide an example of each (see next page for an example). Record the

information for each term using a separate 3 x 5 or 5 x 7 inch note card (see the next page or specific format of your

note cards). Number the cards as shown below. Yes, you may use the cards from a previous class.

General

1. Literary Analysis

2. Theme

Diction

3. Connotation

4. Denotation

Characterization

5. Antagonist

6. Protagonist

7. Archetype

8. Foil

9. Dynamic Character

10. Static Character

11. Flat Character

12. Round Character

Imagery

13. Auditory

14. Gustatory

15. Olfactory

16. Tactile

17. Visual

Story/Drama

18. Monologue

19. Soliloquy

20. Aside

21. Tragedy

22. Tragic Hero

23. Flaw

24. Recognition scene

25. Catastrophe

26. Catharsis

27. Foreshadow

28. Flashback

29. Setting

Figurative Language

30. Apostrophe (not the grammar mark)

31. Cliché

32. Conceit

33. Hyperbole

34. Juxtaposition

35. Metaphor

36. Motif

37. Personification

38. Simile

39. Symbol

40. Understatement

Sound Devices

41. Alliteration

42. Assonance

43. Consonance

44. Onomatopoeia

Other

45. Tone (consider Positive, Negative, and Neutral)

46. Mood

47. Sarcasm

Irony (each term below on a separate card).

48. Dramatic

49. Situational

50. Verbal



Note Cards

Directions: Using note cards document the literary term in the format shown below. Yes, you may use previously

created note cards from another class. The student will require 51 cards: The first card is your name card, cards 2-51

are for terms. Please note that your name card is unnumbered.

Gather and record your information on the card in this manner and place them in the sequential order.

The first card should have your name on it.

Side 1: Term and definition (either side can be side 1)

Side 2: Example of term used in literature, document the author of the example.

Side 1

38

Simile

A directly expressed comparison; a figure of

speech comparing two objects, usually with

like, as, or than.

Side 2

“Sweet as the murmur of the brook and the

rustle of the corn—“

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Term

Definition

Example

Author: as

applicable

Sequential numbering (see list)



2. Understanding a novel

AP Literature Summer Reading Response -- Writing Guide

Read carefully and completely the information below.

Students are expected to write their own independent responses, reflections and reactions while reading

their summer selection. This project should be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman Font and will be

uploaded to Turnit.com in the next school year.

You will read 1984, by George Orwell and include the following information:

1. Cover Page: identify the book's title, author's name, and copyright

date. Italicize the title. This should be cited in MLA format as the

example shows.

2. Title: Explain the significance of the title. Authors rarely choose a title randomly. Dig for

metaphorical meaning. The title may be symbolic or it may be representative of some specific

incident in the book. In any case, consider carefully the significance of the title and explain your

thinking.

3. Overview – two parts

A. High level summary – 5 sentences including.

Sentence

1-2 novel summary

3-4 worldly example

5 connect summary to wordly example

B. Brief Summary: In your own words and in paragraph form, give a brief summary of the plot,

including the beginning, the middle, and the end (250-300 words).

4. Characters: Make a list of the main characters and list five adjectives to describe each one.

Describe your first impressions of the protagonist.

Describe your first impressions of the antagonist.

(Research these terms if you don’t remember what they mean).

Cite- that is, quote word for word using quotation marks at least three text examples that support

your response.

Fox Tech High School

Title of Novel

By author’s name

copyright date

Student Name AP English IV

Mr. DeBolt Due date



5. Character further defined: Are the protagonist and antagonist dynamic or static, round or flat

characters? (Again, research these terms if necessary.)

Describe how these characters change or remain the same throughout the story. Tell what

happens to make the character change or explain why and how he/she remains static.

For example, does the character have to make a choice, is there a conflict or problem that

needs resolution, does the character have to be courageous, etc…, or does something

specific in his/her life change? When reading a non-fiction book, apply this question to the

author or who the book is about.

6. Significance: Highlight the significance of this book, by writing a 5-8 sentence response to each of

the following:

A. Life Lessons: What life lessons have you learned (or have been reinforced) from reading

this book?

B. Literary Merit: Analyze the book on its literary merit. Academically speaking, what can a

student of literature learn about style, figurative language, literary devices, plot, character,

setting, flashback, flash-forward, etc… from this book?

C. Like/Dislike: What did you dislike the most about this book? Explain using details and

examples from the selection.

Extra Credit (0-30 points)

7. Create

A) Sketch an important scene from the book that contributes to the meaning of the work (them).

Stick figures are fine, but work to impress your teacher on this one! Feel free to add detail and color

your scene.

**Hard work pays! Extra credit will be awarded to deserving illustrators.

B) Cite and note the page number of an important scene from number 7 above. Explain why you

think it is important or worth rereading. (Maybe it explains something about the character, or perhaps it

describes a very special event, or perhaps it holds a certain resonance or connection with you, the

reader.) You must explain why you chose this passage. Dig deep for a connection here.



Rubric – completion and quality

Grade 1 = 100 pts

________ 1. (10 Pts) Title Page: novel title, author's name,

and copyright date. Italicize the title.

_______ 2. (30 Pts) Five sentence overview and then in paragraph form, give a brief summary of the plot, including

the beginning, the middle, and the end (250-300 words).

_______ 3. (10 Pts) Explain the significance of the title.

_______ 4. (20 Pts) Make a list of the main characters and list five adjectives to describe each one.

_______ 5. (20 Pts) Protagonist/antagonist identified, described extensively.

_______ 6. (10 Pts) Highlight the significance of this book, write a 5-8 sentences response to each of the following:

_____Life lessons ______Literary merit _____Opinion

Grade 2 Extra Credit = 0-30 pts

______7. (0-30 pts) 1) Sketch an important scene from the book and cite the page number of the scene

2) Explain how this scene contributes to the meaning of the work as a whole (theme).

_____ Stick figures (minimum)

_____ Other items, location, etc.

_____ Creative characters’ drawings

_____ Colorful

_____ Detailed

_____ Thorough explanation of the selected scene

**Hard work pays! Extra credit will be awarded to deserving illustrators.

Total Grade 1 (1-6) ________

Grade 2 (extra credit) ________

Fox Tech High School

Title of Novel

By

author’s name copyright date

Student Name AP English IV

Mr. DeBolt

Due date



Plot Overview

Winston Smith is a member of the Outer Party. He

works in the Records Department in the Ministry of

Truth, rewriting and distorting history. To escape Big

Brother's tyranny, at least inside his own mind,

Winston begins a diary — an act punishable by death.

Winston is determined to remain human under

inhuman circumstances. Yet telescreens are placed

everywhere — in his home, in his cubicle at work, in

the cafeteria where he eats, even in the bathroom

stalls. His every move is watched. No place is safe.

As the novel opens, Winston feels frustrated by the oppression and rigid control of the Party, which

prohibits free thought, sex, and any expression of individuality. Winston dislikes the party and has illegally

purchased a diary in which to write his criminal thoughts. He has also become fixated on a powerful Party

member named O’Brien, whom Winston believes is a secret member of the Brotherhood—the mysterious,

legendary group that works to overthrow the Party.

Characters

The characters: Winston Smith, Julia, O’Brien, Big Brother, Emmanuel Goldstein, Mr. Charrington,

Parsons, Syme, and Ampleforth.

Winston, the novel's protagonist, is staunchly against the Party. He finds unobtrusive methods to rebel, or at

least he believes them to go unnoticed. His main desire is to remain human under inhuman circumstances.

Big Brother Leader of the Party Big Brother is a god-like figure,

all-present, all-powerful, and eternal — yet quite intangible.

Emmanuel Goldstein Leader of the Brotherhood. Orwell leaves

ambiguous whether the Brotherhood actually exists or is merely

propaganda perpetuated by the Party. Nevertheless, Goldstein,

whether he exists or not, figures prominently as a foil to Big

Brother.



3. Mr. DeBolt’s Wiki Page

Mr. DeBolt’s wiki page is easily located by:

1) Going to Google and Search for John DeBolt Wiki

Usually the first web page that pops up and it typically shows this:

John DeBolt [licensed for non-commercial use only] / Mr ...

Click this link to access the web page

2) Slide your mouse to the right and look for Advanced Placement link on the side of the web page,

once found click it.

3) Keeping your cursor in the same position, click Grade 12 AP Assignments; You have now reached

the assignment page for your class. This page is a repository for your class. Please bookmark it.

On this web page, you will find the information for your summer assignment.

URL-web address

Click this link

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http://saisd001jdebolt1.pbworks.com/



3. Plagiarism

Plagiarism: plagiarism is using someone else’s words or ideas in your writing and not properly giving the other

person credit. It is the unauthorized use of the language and thoughts of another author and representation of them as

one's own (Random House Webster's College Dictionary, 2000)

Examples of plagiarism:

• Copying an article from the Internet or print source and turning it in as your own paper with no quotation

marks and no sources indicated.

• Copying parts of articles from a number of sources and putting them together in your own paper, with no

quotation marks and no sources indicated.

• Paraphrasing a paragraph from a book, article, or website without indicating the source.

• Using a few sentences from a book, article, or website word-for-word in your paper and not using quotation

marks AND indicating the source.

• Using the same structure, thesis, or concept that an author uses in a book, article, or website and not

indicating the source.

How to avoid plagiarism:

• When you use information from a book, article, or website, always indicate where your information came

from within the text of your paper. It is NOT enough to list your sources in a bibliography attached to your

paper. Even if you are paraphrasing someone else's ideas or words, you need to indicate the author in the text

of your paper.

• Avoid copying and pasting from the Internet or photocopying information from books. Instead, TAKE

NOTES and keep careful track in your notes of where your information is from.

• Keep track in your notes of whether information is a paraphrase or a word-for-word quotation (use quotation

marks for quotes), and keep track of the source and page number.

Cheating: Taking OR GIVING answers or information about assignments or tests or any class related work.

Examples of Cheating:

• Copying someone else’s answers on a test.

• Using a crib sheet on a test without the teacher's permission.

• Copying someone else’s homework OR letting someone copy your homework.

• Sharing test answers electronically during a test (via cell phone, PDA, or another device).

• “Working together” on an assignment without permission.

• Telling a student from a later class what the test covered or what specific questions ask.

How to avoid cheating?

• Simple—ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS do YOUR OWN work.

• NEVER let someone copy your work on a test or assignment.

• NEVER talk about a test in the halls or at lunch, no matter how much someone begs you to spill the beans!



Plagiarism

Plagiarism: plagiarism is using someone else’s words or ideas in your writing and not properly giving the other

person credit. It is the unauthorized use of the language and thoughts of another author and representation of them as

one's own (Random House Webster's College Dictionary, 2000)

Examples of plagiarism:

• Copying an article from the Internet or print source and turning it in as your own paper with no quotation

marks and no sources indicated.

• Copying parts of articles from a number of sources and putting them together in your own paper, with no

quotation marks and no sources indicated.

• Paraphrasing a paragraph from a book, article, or website without indicating the source.

• Using a few sentences from a book, article, or website word-for-word in your paper and not using quotation

marks AND indicating the source.

• Using the same structure, thesis, or concept that an author uses in a book, article, or website and not

indicating the source.

How to avoid plagiarism:

• When you use information from a book, article, or website, always indicate where your information came

from within the text of your paper. It is NOT enough to list your sources in a bibliography attached to your

paper. Even if you are paraphrasing someone else's ideas or words, you need to indicate the author in the text

of your paper.

• Avoid copying and pasting from the Internet or photocopying information from books. Instead, TAKE

NOTES and keep careful track in your notes of where your information is from.

• Keep track in your notes of whether information is a paraphrase or a word-for-word quotation (use quotation

marks for quotes), and keep track of the source and page number.

Cheating: Taking OR GIVING answers or information about assignments or tests or any class related work.

Examples of Cheating:

• Copying someone else’s answers on a test.

• Using a crib sheet on a test without the teacher's permission.

• Copying someone else’s homework OR letting someone copy your homework.

• Sharing test answers electronically during a test (via cell phone, PDA, or another device).

• “Working together” on an assignment without permission.

• Telling a student from a later class what the test covered or what specific questions ask.

How to avoid cheating?

• Simple—ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS do YOUR OWN work.

• NEVER let someone copy your work on a test or assignment.

• NEVER talk about a test in the halls or at lunch, no matter how much someone begs you to spill the beans!

I ______________________________ agree to avoid plagiarizing my work__________________________

Print Name Signature of student

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