Speeches and Essays
This unit introduces students to the richness and depth of essays and speeches as literary threads adorning the intricate tapestry of American culture. The first person voice of the essay contributes an intimate aspect to the author/audience relationship, while it maintains a formal perspective on contemporary society. Similarly, the speeches of Martin Luther King, Jr., and John F. Kennedy seem to speak directly to the reader today even as they reflect the hopes and dreams of previous generations. One can almost hear the cheers and applause as these masterpieces worked their way into the fabric of American history.
We will explore several different types of essays and two historical speeches in our history.
We will have several in class graded assignments, but we will not have a unit assessment.
