AP Literature and Composition

December 1, 2008

Ms. Cares

Agenda: 1. If you did not already do so last Wednesday,

turn in your reading questions on “Prufrock” - page 1226, questions 1-4.

2. T.S. Eliot reads “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” - listen for tone and dramatic situation.

3. Small Group Literary Analysis - read through critical essays on Eliot’s poem and prepare to teach the criticism tomorrow.

4. “To Helen” and “Helen” Essays - Return and discuss.

T.S. Eliot reads “Prufrock”Listen as T.S. Eliot reads his famous “The

Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” and consider:• How does hearing the poem from Eliot’s

perspective change your idea of its tone?

• How does it change your idea of the poem’s dramatic situation?

• How does it change your overall impression of the poem?

http://static.salon.com/mp3s/eliot1.mp3

Literary Criticism Jigsaw Groups:

Given the complexity of Eliot’s poem, we need to reference examples of formal literary criticism to better support our own interpretations.

These samples of literary criticism should be looked at as examples of the types of writing that you should (and have been!) doing. Consider how each critic makes his or her argument, and examine the role of textual support (quotes) within each essay.

Literary Criticism Jigsaw Groups:Within groups, you will read specific

samples of literary criticism. Each group will “master” the assigned criticism and identify the following:1. The central thesis of your essay(s).2. The supporting evidence that the critic provides.3. Whether you agree/disagree with the critic’s reading of the poem. EACH GROUP MEMBER MUST RECORD HIS/HER OWN NOTES AS YOU WILL NEED THESE TO PRESENT!

Literary Criticism Jigsaw Groups: Side One: Hints of Eliot in Prufrock, The

Problem of Tone in “Prufrock,” and The “Overwhelming Question” for Prufrock pages 1226 through 1229. These groups have more essays, but they are simpler as a generalization. Focus on the main argument within each essay.

Side Two: Society and Character in “The Love Song of J. Aflred Prufrock” pages 1230-1232. This essay is more complex; be very specific regarding the supporting evidence.

“To Helen” vs. “Helen” Essays:

Main areas of focus for revision:

1. Do you have a concise argument regarding the two poems? You need to address the poems in relation to one another - contrast their treatment of Helen.

2. Do you use quotes to support your claim? If you used diction, in particular, examine the poets’ specific use of language.

Final Draft is DUE Thursday, December 4th. You must attached your initial draft with my comments to the revised draft.

A tough conversation:

Plagiarism.

Homework:

1. Make sure that you are prepared to teach your group’s assigned essays. You will turn-in your notes after meeting with the re-arranged groups tomorrow.

2. “To Helen” vs. “Helen” Essay - Final Draft is DUE Thursday, December 4th.