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Advanced Placement English Literature

Goal 5: The learner will engage in an intensive study of representative works of recognized literary merit from various genres and time periods with a strong focus on the 16th through the 21st century.

Objective 5.01

Demonstrate an understanding of literary works by:

• analyzing textual detail.
• exploring historical context as well as social and cultural values.
• evaluating an author's style, including syntax, diction, figurative language, and literary devices.
• considering organization, subject, occasion, audience, purpose, and speaker.
• sharing thoughtful discussion in the company of his/her peers.

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Objective 5.02

Explore works in the context of a variety of critical approaches such as political, societal, and philosophical.

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