How did literature reflect people's attitudes in post-World War I America? A lesson explores the topic using a variety of activities. Individuals watch and respond to a video; read author biographies and engage in discussion; write poetry, narrative prose, and journal entries; and complete a multimedia assignment. Three problem-based learning projects offer a great way to tailor the lesson based on the interests and level of the class.

Concepts

american literature, modernism, american history, f. scott fitzgerald, ernest hemingway, post world war i, the 1920s

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide pupils with a graphic organizer to chart the differences and similarities in the writing styles of the authors discussed in the unit
• Show the film adaptation of The Great Gatsby and have learners compare it to the novel

Classroom Considerations

• Print the timeline and author biographies for students to have as a reference
• The 11th installment of the 16-part American Passages series
  

Pros

• Includes overview questions and learning objectives
• Provides a variety of thought-provoking discussion questions
• Activities and teaching tips are highly engaging

Cons

• None

Common Core

RL.6.2 RL.7.2 RL.8.2 RL.9-10.2 RL.11-12.2