Pursuing Dreams: A Raisin in the Sun

Lesson 9
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ELA

Unit 3

7th Grade

Lesson 9 of 27

Objective


Revise for linking words; identify and correct misplaced and dangling modifiers.

Readings and Materials


  • Play: A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry 

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Target Task


Writing Prompt

All of the members of the Younger family seem to have different ideas on how to use the insurance check that is coming in the mail. 

Writing from either the perspective of Walter or Ruth, draft a short letter to Mama explaining why she should take your suggestion for how to use the money, and not the other person's. Your letter should accurately reflect what this character thinks Mama should do with the money, based on what we have read so far in the play. Be sure to include a counterclaim to make it clear why yours is the better idea.

Underline at least three linking words/phrases that you have used and/or added to your letter.

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Homework


Complete any unfinished work from class.

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Common Core Standards


  • L.7.1 — Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
  • L.7.1.c — Place phrases and clauses within a sentence, recognizing and correcting misplaced and dangling modifiers.
  • W.7.1 — Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
  • W.7.1.c — Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), reasons, and evidence.

Supporting Standards

L.7.2
L.7.2.b
L.7.3
L.7.6
RL.7.1
RL.7.2
RL.7.10
W.7.1.a
W.7.1.b
W.7.1.d
W.7.1.e
W.7.4
W.7.6
W.7.10
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