Each quarter will focus on an Essential Question. This
question will guide students study of literature through reading, writing, and class discussions. These questions are meant to help learners not only comprehend the texts being read, but also to gain a deeper understanding of the world around them and their own personal views. Quarter 1: How does conflict shape ones identity? Quarter 2: How are people shaped by their relationships with others? Quarter 3: What allows some individuals to stand against injustice while others choose to participate in it? Quarter 4: When an individuals choices are in direct conflict with society, what are the consequences?