Anticipation Guide: Unpacking Feed Blurb

Ashley·

Literary Analysis

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Grade Level11th Grade

SubjectLiterary Analysis

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create a worksheet for year 11 english standard on 'Anticipation Guide: Unpacking Blurb Statements'. A focus of this close study of literature on the novel Feed by M.T. Anderson is literary value. It is speculative fiction, so keep this in mind. The blurb is: When there is a constant stream of games, shows, chats, and ads feeding directly into your brain, does the world make sense without it? Titus and his friends have never wondered about the streaming until a hacker causes their feeds to malfu...

This learning resource is designed for students to engage in a pre-reading analysis of M.T. Anderson's novel 'Feed', focusing on themes of speculative fiction. The resource includes a clear learning objective that encourages students to analyze literary statements related to the text, justify their opinions with reasoning and evidence, and connect these themes to contemporary societal issues. It introduces the concept of an anticipation guide as a tool for exploring personal thoughts on significant ideas before engaging with the narrative. The document outlines the context of 'Feed' as speculative fiction, discussing its portrayal of a dystopian society shaped by technology and consumerism. Students will respond to various thought-provoking literary statements by indicating their stance (agree/disagree) and providing justification. Additionally, the resource promotes critical thinking through reflection on the relevance of dystopian narratives in relation to current societal trends, while encouraging students to consider their evolving perspectives on the material.