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Pupils read a short biography of Walt Whitman and a portion of Whitman's epic poem "Song of Myself." Readers then respond to a series of comprehension questions.
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Instructional Ideas
- If using the worksheet for guided practice, model how to use sentence context to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words like loafe and abeyance
- Include in the study of Whitman and poems from Leaves of Grass
- Have class members craft their own "Song of Myself"
Classroom Considerations
- Print a test copy of the worksheet in black and white to check for legibility
- Scholars should be familiar with the characteristics of American romanticism and realism
Pros
- Also includes discussion questions for pairs or small groups
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- No answer key included