Readings cover major literary genres, including poetry, drama, and fiction and are intended to deepen understanding of our cultural heritage in its distinctive character and its enduring effects on us.
Students respond to readings in class discussion and writing assignments.
Examinations typically include identification of terminology and passages from texts as well as essays testing analytic skills or synthesizing readings. Students may expect unannounced quizzes as required. The Norton Anthology of English Literature . Volume I. Sixth edition. A Glossary of Literary Terms .