American Literature & History Choice Board 1750-1800

Jacquelyn·

American Literature

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Grade Level11th Grade

SubjectAmerican Literature

Original Prompt

Create a choice board that focuses on American literature and history between 1750-1800. Focus on all types of learners: verbal/linguistic, logical/mathematical, intrapersonal, interpersonal, activinspire, musical/rhythmic, visual/spatial, bodily/kinesthetic, and naturalist.

This learning resource focuses on the foundational texts of American literature from the years 1750 to 1800. It aims to explore the central ideas and rhetorical features of key works influenced by significant historical events, such as the American Revolutionary War and the impact of Enlightenment thinking. Students will analyze the rhetorical appeals of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos within primary sources, connect historical developments to shifts in literary style and political philosophy, and synthesize insights from multiple sources to construct informed argumentative responses. The resource includes multiple intelligences pathways for diverse engagement with the content, guiding students to reflect on their learning and apply their analysis through creative projects aligned with common core standards.