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Advanced Placement English Literature

Goal 4: The learner will explore and provide critical perspectives through deliberate and thorough analysis, interpretation and evaluation of text.

Objective 4.01

Develop organized critical analyses with focus and support to:

• provide the audience with a clear, credible thesis that establishes intent.
• substantiate the thesis with general and specific textual references including quotations.
• elaborate on textual support with insightful commentary.
• develop and organize ideas in coherent, persuasive, precise language culminating in a conclusion that is not a summary.

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Objective 4.02

Provide organized, structured critical analyses by:

• creating an awareness and appreciation of thematic connections among works.
• conveying an understanding of historical background and social values based on different cultural perspectives.

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