1. “Julius Caesar.” Same general treatment as with “Merchant of Venice,” with more emphasis on study of plot—the conflicting interests, the threads of action, character groups, character contrast, the division in the plot, the important moments—but never emphasize technique at the expense of study of the play as a picture of life. Much memorizing of fine lines.

2. Prose. (1) Find main thought of each paragraph (topic sentence) and trace its growth, noting the method of development when clear; (2) group related paragraphs and note relation of different groups to each other; (3) note introductory, transitional, summarizing and concluding paragraphs; (4) show further the necessity for a clear, definite content for each word and a knowledge of references. Owing to the difficulty of this work, it is well at first for teachers to study with the class, in order to arouse interest in the thought and prevent discouragement. Power to work independently will soon grow.

ELEVENTH YEAR.

First Term.

Literature Studied.

1. Continuation of work of the tenth year with poetry.

2. Study of a novel.

3. Study of the Essay.