ENG 1D1 INDEPENDENT NOVEL STUDY
PART I: Choose a novel of approximately 200 pages in length. You must get approval for the novel
from your teacher before you begin reading.
PART II:
Complete ONE of the following:
A) A creative assignment – a collection of photographs, drawing, painting, poster, diorama,
costume, or other artistic representation of your work. You may propose your own creative idea
to your teacher.
The artwork should be accompanied by a written explanation of your method and goals in
creating the piece and, in addition, an assessment of your success in achieving the desired
effect. This explanation and assessment should be one paragraph in length.
OR
B) A written report of 1-1.5 pages (12-point font, 1.5 spacing)
Include the following elements:
1) A brief PLOT summary. This may be in point form and should be no longer than 10 lines.
2) an explanation of CHARACTERIZATION, THEME, IMAGERY or another literary aspect
of the novel. Quote passages from the novel in order to support your discussion.
3) a connection between the events and/or characters from the novel to your own life or the
world.
PART III: Give a 1-2 minute oral presentation about your novel, using your written report or creative
assignment as a basis.
Evaluation of Written Report
Criteria
Application
/10
• effective plot summary
• effective explanation of theme, character,
imagery
• thoughtful personal connection to novel
Communication
/10
• well edited and free of errors in
punctuation, sentence structure, and
grammar
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Evaluation of Creative Assignment
Criteria
Application
/10
• degree of creativity in project (the concept
itself shows originality)
• clear links made between the creative
project and text
Communication
/10
• clear and well-edited explanation of your
method and goals in creating the piece
Evaluation of Oral Presentation (1—2 minutes)
Criteria
Knowledge/Understanding
/10
• brief explanation of the novel and its key
components (e.g. characters, plot, themes)
• recommendation to the class
Communication
/10
• presentation is well rehearsed
• clear projection of voice
• eye contact with class
• appropriate vocabulary
• demonstrates enthusiasm and energy