Learning Objectives
- Understand the Diary as a Literary Device: Explore how the diary serves as a narrative form for personal reflection and historical documentation, with a focus on Anne Frank's diary.
- Analyze Themes of Isolation and Friendship: Examine the themes of isolation, the search for friendship, and the role of imaginary friends in Anne Frank's diary.
- Evaluate the Use of Irony and Humor: Analyze how Anne Frank employs irony and humor to cope with her circumstances, particularly in her interactions with Mr. Keesing.
- Apply Phrasal Verbs and Idioms: Understand and use phrasal verbs and idiomatic expressions found in Anne Frank's diary.
- Conduct Character Analysis of Anne Frank: Critically analyze Anne Frank's character through her diary entries, focusing on her introspection, maturity, and resilience.
- Identify Poetic Devices in 'Amanda!': Identify and analyze poetic devices such as metaphor and imagery in Robin Klein's poem 'Amanda!'.
- Explore Themes in 'Amanda!': Explore themes such as control, freedom, and the desire for escape in the poem 'Amanda!'.