Novel Unit Requirements: The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman
English 11: College Prep/Basic English
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For this novel unit, you will complete the following assignments:
 Vocabulary Study
1. Using the attached Vocab List:
a. Write the definition of the word.
b. Locate 2 synonyms and 1 antonym for each word.
c. Write 2 paragraphs using all words on list. You may write in the form of a
d. letter, a very short story, a news article, even a poem. YOUR CHOICE
 Active Reading Charts
1. On the worksheet charts provided, you will complete various charts. Follow the directions on
each chart. Each blank and/or line must be complete to receive full credit.
a. Chain of Events Chart
b. Character Motive/point
c. Characteristics/events
Books 1 and 2
Book 3
Book 4
 Character Study1. Character Map: You will choose 1 major character from the novel and complete a Character
Map.
2. You will write a 2-3 paragraph Character Sketch based on the person.
 Responding to the Novel
1. You will be responsible for answering—incomplete sentence—questions relating to the
novel. Your will receive handouts with these questions.
 Writing Assignment—
1. Students will write a short story (Historical Fiction) based on a character dealing with life
in the deep South following Reconstruction.
2. Students will complete a short essay that explains how the novel is a Realist piece of
literature. Use class notes.
***** Separate assignment sheets with detailed instructions and grading information
will be given for both writing assignments.
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Quizzes will be given after class discussion of each book in the novel. Writing assignments will
be due in middle and end of novel.
 You must complete the requirements for each section. Your work should be neat, legible, and
show effort; don’t give me a “rush-job.”