Analyzing Vonnegut's View of the Future and his Commentary on the Present in “Harrison Bergeron”

In this lesson (lesson one in a two-part unit), students will read Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.'s short story "Harrison Bergeron" examining the usage of literary elements in order to develop an objective summary describing how the author uses language to portray characterization, impact tone and mood, and develop the central ideas of the text. Students will be able to remark upon/critique the author's criticism of society through his combination of the above elements.
Resource ID#: 48865 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 9, 10
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: Kurt Vonnegut, literary elements, objective summary, literary devices, Harrison Bergeron
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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