Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 Literature in English Complete Notes. The MS Word version is also available upon your request.

  • STRAND 1.0: ORAL LITERATURE
    • Sub-strand 1.1: Introduction to Oral Literature
      • Definition and Concept of Oral Literature (Orature)
      • The Three Major Genres of Oral Literature
      • Distinctive Features of Oral Literature
      • Functions of Oral Literature in Society
    • Sub-strand 2.1 & 5.1: Oral Narratives (With Focus on Trickster Narratives)
      • Features of Oral Narratives
      • The Trickster Narrative (Detailed Focus)
      • Functions of Trickster Narratives
      • Performance Techniques in Narratives
    • Sub-strand 3.1, 6.1, 7.2, & 8.1: Oral Poetry (Songs)
      • Classification of Oral Poetry
      • Focus: Lullabies (Context, Features, Functions)
      • Focus: Initiation Songs (Context, Features, Functions)
      • Focus: Play Songs (Context, Features, Functions)
      • Analyzing Oral Poetry
    • Sub-strand 4.1: Short Forms (Fixed Forms)
      • Proverbs
      • Riddles
      • Tongue Twisters
      • Puns
    • Sub-strand 7.1: Modern Forms of Oral Literature
      • The Evolution of Oral Literature
      • Types of Modern Oral Forms
      • Features Preserved in Modern Forms
    • Sub-strand 9.1: Oral Literature Fieldwork
      • Introduction to Fieldwork
      • Stages of Fieldwork (Preparation, Data Collection, Post-Fieldwork)
      • Challenges in Fieldwork
      • Ethical Considerations
  • STRAND 2: POETRY
    • Sub-strand 1.2: Introduction to Poetry
      • Understanding Poetry
      • Elements of a Poem (Focus on Kenyan Context)
    • Sub-strand 2.2: Appreciation of Poetry (Types)
      • Classification by Structure and Form
      • Performance of Poetry
    • Sub-strand 3.2: The Writing Process (Creating Poetry)
      • The Myth of the "Genius"
      • The Steps of Writing a Poem
      • Focus Topic: Environmental Conservation
    • Sub-strand 4.2 & 5.2: Sound Patterns in Poetry
      • The Music of Poetry
      • Sound Patterns Type A (Onomatopoeia, Ideophones, Rhyme)
      • Sound Patterns Type B (Alliteration, Assonance, Consonance)
    • Sub-strand 6.2: Repetition, Refrain, and Chorus
      • Repetition
      • The Refrain
      • The Chorus
    • Sub-strand 7.2 & 9.2: Subject Matter and Themes (Kenyan Context)
      • Subject Matter vs. Theme
      • Themes in Poems from Kenya
      • Analysis of Subject Matter
    • Sub-strand 8.2: Language and Style (Imagery)
      • Imagery
      • Simile
      • Metaphor
      • Importance of Imagery
  • STRAND 3: FICTION AND NON-FICTION
    • Sub-strand 1.3: Introduction to Prose Fiction
      • Defining Prose Fiction
      • The Three Main Forms of Prose Fiction
      • The Relationship Between Fiction and History
    • Sub-strand 2.3, 3.3, & 7.3: The Novel and Short Story (Elements of Analysis)
      • Plot Structure
      • Character and Characterization
      • Setting
      • Themes
      • Language and Style
    • Sub-strand 5.3 & 8.3: The Play (Drama)
      • Distinguishing Fiction from Drama
      • Elements of a Play Script
      • Dramatic Techniques
      • Performance Techniques
    • Sub-strand 1.3.2 - 9.3.2: Non-Fiction Prose
      • The Personal Journal
      • Autobiography
      • The Memoir
      • Literary Journalism
    • General Tips for Analyzing Fiction and Non-Fiction
      • The "P.E.E." Method for Writing Notes
      • Analyzing Titles
      • Cultural Relevance (Kenyan Context)
      • Critical Thinking Questions
    • Comprehensive Checklist for Literary Analysis
      • For Novels and Short Stories
      • For Plays
      • For Non-Fiction
• File Size:

  645.10 KB
• Length:

  58 pages
• Category:

  Lesson Notes
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  ENGLISH LITERATURE
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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