In English 10, students continue to build upon skills learned in earlier grades. There is a sustained emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. Students will analyze the cultural and social functions and universal themes of fictional texts from different cultures.
This course aligns with the Virginia Standards of Learning for English 10.
Prerequisites
- Successful completion of English 9 and passing score on English 8 SOL (required)
Course Texts and Materials
Required
- Animal Farm by George Orwell
- Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
- Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare
Important Considerations for Assigned Readings
Terms Offered
Offered in two half-credit semesters:
- 01002 English 10 Sem 1 (0.5 cr)
- Full Year, Semester 1 (fall, 18 weeks)
- Fall Block, Semester 1 (early fall, 9 weeks)
- Spring Block, Semester 1 (early spring, 9 weeks)
- Summer Session, Semester 1 (first 3 weeks)
- 01002 English 10 Sem 2 (0.5 cr)
- Full Year, Semester 2 (spring, 18 weeks)
- Fall Block, Semester 2 (late fall, 9 weeks)
- Spring Block, Semester 2 (late spring, 9 weeks)
- Summer Session, Semester 1 (first 3 weeks)