Objective: SWBAT analyze an author’s effective use of irony. SWBAT analyze an author’s effective use of satire. SWBAT analyze and explain author’s purpose.
Do-Now: Copy vocabulary and definitions from pg. 581.
Today: 1) Class will read “Make the Connection” on pg. 580. What do you predict Jonathan Swift’s proposal will be?
2) Class will examine the three persuasive techniques used in Swift’s “A Modest Proposal” on pg. 580.
3) Class will begin reading “A Modest Proposal” on pp. 583-589, finding examples of each of the three persuasive techniques used by Swift.
4) Class will complete the yellow reading check questions #1-7 on pp. 583-585.
Exit Slip: What examples of satire and verbal irony have you read so far in “A Modest Proposal?”
Homework: UNIT TEST #2 WEDNESDAY!!!
Friday, March 30, 2012
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Friday, March 30
Objective: SWBAT review for Unit Test #2
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Go over Unit Test #2 Review Packet
2) Unit Test #2 Review Game JEOPARDY
Exit Slip: List any questions/concerns you have about Unit Test #2.
Homework: Unit Test #2 on Wednesday, April 11!!!
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Go over Unit Test #2 Review Packet
2) Unit Test #2 Review Game JEOPARDY
Exit Slip: List any questions/concerns you have about Unit Test #2.
Homework: Unit Test #2 on Wednesday, April 11!!!
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Thursday, March 29
Objective: SWBAT complete a review packet for Unit Test #2.
Do-Now: Which characters do you feel could have been removed from "Macbeth?" Why do you believe these characters weren't necessary? Explain.
Today: 1) Finish completing review packet for Unit Test #2
Exit Slip: List any questions/concerns you have about the upcoming Unit Test.
Homework: Review Packet for Unit Test #2 Due TOMORROW!!!
Do-Now: Which characters do you feel could have been removed from "Macbeth?" Why do you believe these characters weren't necessary? Explain.
Today: 1) Finish completing review packet for Unit Test #2
Exit Slip: List any questions/concerns you have about the upcoming Unit Test.
Homework: Review Packet for Unit Test #2 Due TOMORROW!!!
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Wednesday, March 28
Objective: SWBAT analyze and interpret character (intent, motivation and action). SWBAT interpret and explain figurative language. SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama.
Do-Now: What do you believe was the moral (lesson) Shakespeare intended his audience to learn from watching "Macbeth?" Explain your answer with examples from the text.
Today: 1) Begin working on Unit Test 2 Review Packet
Exit Slip: Unit Test 2 Review Packet Due FRIDAY!!! Unit Test #2 on Wednesday, April 11!!!
Do-Now: What do you believe was the moral (lesson) Shakespeare intended his audience to learn from watching "Macbeth?" Explain your answer with examples from the text.
Today: 1) Begin working on Unit Test 2 Review Packet
Exit Slip: Unit Test 2 Review Packet Due FRIDAY!!! Unit Test #2 on Wednesday, April 11!!!
Monday, March 26, 2012
Tuesday, March 27
Objective: SWBAT analyze and interpret character (intent, motivation and action). SWBAT interpret and explain figurative language. SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama.
Do-Now: Does Macbeth’s story remind you of another story you’ve heard or a movie you’ve seen? Is there anyone in history who has led a similar life to Macbeth? Are there any fictional characters whom resemble Macbeth (either from books, movies, or plays?) Explain.
Today: 1) Class will read “Soliloquies and Asides” on pg. 521, discussing how Macbeth’s decline can be seen from these speeches.
2) In groups, students will be assigned one of Macbeth’s soliloquies to revisit. Each group will re-read the soliloquy and re-write it in modern language, while still staying true to its meaning.
3) Each group will present their modernized version of Macbeth’s soliloquy to the class. Soliloquies will be presented in the order they were found in the play in order for the class to be able to view Macbeth’s decline.
Exit Slip: Which soliloquy do you feel revealed the most about Macbeth’s true character? Explain.
Homework: "Macbeth" Test on Wednesday, April 11
Do-Now: Does Macbeth’s story remind you of another story you’ve heard or a movie you’ve seen? Is there anyone in history who has led a similar life to Macbeth? Are there any fictional characters whom resemble Macbeth (either from books, movies, or plays?) Explain.
Today: 1) Class will read “Soliloquies and Asides” on pg. 521, discussing how Macbeth’s decline can be seen from these speeches.
2) In groups, students will be assigned one of Macbeth’s soliloquies to revisit. Each group will re-read the soliloquy and re-write it in modern language, while still staying true to its meaning.
3) Each group will present their modernized version of Macbeth’s soliloquy to the class. Soliloquies will be presented in the order they were found in the play in order for the class to be able to view Macbeth’s decline.
Exit Slip: Which soliloquy do you feel revealed the most about Macbeth’s true character? Explain.
Homework: "Macbeth" Test on Wednesday, April 11
Friday, March 23, 2012
Monday, March 26
Objective: SWBAT analyze and interpret character (intent, motivation and action). SWBAT interpret and explain figurative language. SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama.
Do-Now: We know Macbeth will die by the end of the play, but do you feel he deserves death as a punishment for what he’s done? Was Macbeth a vicious murderer or a helpless victim? Had it not been for the witches’ prophecy, would Macbeth still be faced with the same cruel fate he faces now?
Today: 1) How is suspense being created in the final scenes?
2) Class will read Act 5, Scenes 4-5. How do these short scenes create suspense in the play? How do we see Macbeth continuing to wear down? How are his chances of winning the battle beginning to diminish?
3) In groups, students will read Act 5, Scenes 6 and 7. How does Macbeth handle the pressure of battle? How does suspense continue to build in these short scenes?
4) Class will discuss the scenes in Act 5, leading up to the final scene of the play. Class will read Act 5, Scene 8 together and discuss how Macbeth’s overconfidence leads to his final demise. How have the witches managed to outwit Macbeth? How are the play’s main conflicts resolved in this final scene?
5) Write a 10-15 sentence response to question #15 on pg. 526.
Exit Slip: Answer Question # 14 on pg. 526.
Homework: Finish response
Do-Now: We know Macbeth will die by the end of the play, but do you feel he deserves death as a punishment for what he’s done? Was Macbeth a vicious murderer or a helpless victim? Had it not been for the witches’ prophecy, would Macbeth still be faced with the same cruel fate he faces now?
Today: 1) How is suspense being created in the final scenes?
2) Class will read Act 5, Scenes 4-5. How do these short scenes create suspense in the play? How do we see Macbeth continuing to wear down? How are his chances of winning the battle beginning to diminish?
3) In groups, students will read Act 5, Scenes 6 and 7. How does Macbeth handle the pressure of battle? How does suspense continue to build in these short scenes?
4) Class will discuss the scenes in Act 5, leading up to the final scene of the play. Class will read Act 5, Scene 8 together and discuss how Macbeth’s overconfidence leads to his final demise. How have the witches managed to outwit Macbeth? How are the play’s main conflicts resolved in this final scene?
5) Write a 10-15 sentence response to question #15 on pg. 526.
Exit Slip: Answer Question # 14 on pg. 526.
Homework: Finish response
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Friday, March 23
Objective: SWBAT analyze and interpret character (intent, motivation and action). SWBAT interpret and explain figurative language. SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama.
Do-Now: What can our dreams reveal about ourselves? How can they show us what we are really feeling and thinking? Have you ever had a dream that showed you something about yourself you didn’t know? Explain.
Today: 1) Medical Overview: Sleepwalking, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Obessive Compulsive Disorder
2) Class will read Act 5, Scene 1 and discuss how Lady Macbeth’s guilt over Duncan’s murder is beginning to manifest itself in her sleepwalking and OCD.
3) In groups, students will read Act 5, Scenes 2 and 3. How is Macbeth beginning to crumble under the pressure of war?
Exit Slip: We know Macbeth must die, but how can he die based on the witches’ prophecy that he can’t be defeated by a man born of a woman?
Homework: Complete Questions 9 and 10 on pg. 526.
Do-Now: What can our dreams reveal about ourselves? How can they show us what we are really feeling and thinking? Have you ever had a dream that showed you something about yourself you didn’t know? Explain.
Today: 1) Medical Overview: Sleepwalking, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Obessive Compulsive Disorder
2) Class will read Act 5, Scene 1 and discuss how Lady Macbeth’s guilt over Duncan’s murder is beginning to manifest itself in her sleepwalking and OCD.
3) In groups, students will read Act 5, Scenes 2 and 3. How is Macbeth beginning to crumble under the pressure of war?
Exit Slip: We know Macbeth must die, but how can he die based on the witches’ prophecy that he can’t be defeated by a man born of a woman?
Homework: Complete Questions 9 and 10 on pg. 526.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Thursday, March 22
Objective: SWBAT analyze and interpret character (intent, motivation and action). SWBAT interpret and explain figurative language. SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama.
Do-Now: Macduff has been accused of being a traitor against Macbeth, yet Macbeth is guilty of killing king Duncan. Who is the real traitor: Macbeth or Macduff? Explain. Can both men be considered traitors? Explain why or why not.
Today: 1) Class will read Act 4, Scene 2. What do Lady Macduff and her son discuss about Macduff's disappearance? How is Macduff viewed as a traitor in more ways than one?
2) Class will begin reading Act 4, Scene 3 focusing on the test of loyalty Malcolm gives to Macduff. Why is this test necessary based on what has happened thus far in the play?
3) In groups, students will finish reading Act 4, Scene 3. What are Malcolm and Macduff’s plans for defeating Macbeth? Are their plans against Macbeth an act of treason?
4) Complete questions 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 on pg. 507.
Exit Slip: Complete question #13 on pg. 507. Was the scene of Macduff’s family being slaughtered necessary?
Do-Now: Macduff has been accused of being a traitor against Macbeth, yet Macbeth is guilty of killing king Duncan. Who is the real traitor: Macbeth or Macduff? Explain. Can both men be considered traitors? Explain why or why not.
Today: 1) Class will read Act 4, Scene 2. What do Lady Macduff and her son discuss about Macduff's disappearance? How is Macduff viewed as a traitor in more ways than one?
2) Class will begin reading Act 4, Scene 3 focusing on the test of loyalty Malcolm gives to Macduff. Why is this test necessary based on what has happened thus far in the play?
3) In groups, students will finish reading Act 4, Scene 3. What are Malcolm and Macduff’s plans for defeating Macbeth? Are their plans against Macbeth an act of treason?
4) Complete questions 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 on pg. 507.
Exit Slip: Complete question #13 on pg. 507. Was the scene of Macduff’s family being slaughtered necessary?
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Wednesday, March 21
Objective: SWBAT analyze and interpret character (intent, motivation and action). SWBAT interpret and explain figurative language. SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama.
Do-Now: Macbeth plans on returning to the witches in order to learn more about his future. Based on what has happened as a result of the witches’ first prediction, do you believe this is a good idea? What might the witches tell Macbeth? How might knowing more about his future influence him? What might this knowledge cause him to do?
Today: 1) Complete Grammar Link on Pg. 1078.
2) Complete questions 8, 9, and 12 on pg. 489.
3) Class will begin reading Act 4, Scene 1, focusing on the witches newest predictions for the class. Students will fill out a chart recording each of the three apparitions given to Macbeth. They will then describe Macbeth’s response to each apparition, followed by a prediction of what they feel Macbeth might do based on the knowledge from each apparition.
Exit Slip: Answer question # 7 on pg. 507.
Do-Now: Macbeth plans on returning to the witches in order to learn more about his future. Based on what has happened as a result of the witches’ first prediction, do you believe this is a good idea? What might the witches tell Macbeth? How might knowing more about his future influence him? What might this knowledge cause him to do?
Today: 1) Complete Grammar Link on Pg. 1078.
2) Complete questions 8, 9, and 12 on pg. 489.
3) Class will begin reading Act 4, Scene 1, focusing on the witches newest predictions for the class. Students will fill out a chart recording each of the three apparitions given to Macbeth. They will then describe Macbeth’s response to each apparition, followed by a prediction of what they feel Macbeth might do based on the knowledge from each apparition.
Exit Slip: Answer question # 7 on pg. 507.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Tuesday, March 20
Objective: SWBAT analyze and interpret character (intent, motivation and action). SWBAT interpret and explain figurative language. SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama.
Do-Now: Do you consider yourself to be someone who has a guilty conscience? That is, do you feel bad when you’ve done something wrong or do you dismiss any remorse you may have for what you’ve done? Has your guilty conscience ever made you confess to something wrong that you did? Has anyone with a guilty conscience ever confessed to you?
Today: 1) Review figurative language: similes and metaphors
2) Class will read begin reading Act 3, Scene 4 looking for examples of simile and metaphor and discussing what each one means.
3) In groups, students will finish reading Act. 3, Scene 4. What is the significance of Banquo’s ghost returning to see Macbeth? Is the ghost real or simply a product of Macbeth’s imagination and guilty conscience?
Exit Slip: Answer question # 11 on pg. 489.
Homework: Read Act 3, Scene 5. Why is Hecate angry at the other witches? What is she planning on doing? What does she mean when she says “overconfidence is a man’s greatest enemy?”
Do-Now: Do you consider yourself to be someone who has a guilty conscience? That is, do you feel bad when you’ve done something wrong or do you dismiss any remorse you may have for what you’ve done? Has your guilty conscience ever made you confess to something wrong that you did? Has anyone with a guilty conscience ever confessed to you?
Today: 1) Review figurative language: similes and metaphors
2) Class will read begin reading Act 3, Scene 4 looking for examples of simile and metaphor and discussing what each one means.
3) In groups, students will finish reading Act. 3, Scene 4. What is the significance of Banquo’s ghost returning to see Macbeth? Is the ghost real or simply a product of Macbeth’s imagination and guilty conscience?
Exit Slip: Answer question # 11 on pg. 489.
Homework: Read Act 3, Scene 5. Why is Hecate angry at the other witches? What is she planning on doing? What does she mean when she says “overconfidence is a man’s greatest enemy?”
Friday, March 16, 2012
Monday, March 19
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Review making inferences
2) Class will read Act 3, Scene 1. On a graphic organizer, students will copy lines from the text which reveal information about Macbeth’s character. They will then make an inference based on what Macbeth has done or said. Teacher will assist the class in finding the first two examples.
3) In groups, students will read Act 3, Scene 2. How has the dynamic between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth changed?
Exit Slip: Complete question #7 on pg. 489.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Review making inferences
2) Class will read Act 3, Scene 1. On a graphic organizer, students will copy lines from the text which reveal information about Macbeth’s character. They will then make an inference based on what Macbeth has done or said. Teacher will assist the class in finding the first two examples.
3) In groups, students will read Act 3, Scene 2. How has the dynamic between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth changed?
Exit Slip: Complete question #7 on pg. 489.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Friday, March 16
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Read Act 2, Scene 4 of "Macbeth." What information is given to the audience in this scene?
Today: 1) Watch Act 1 and Act 2 of "Macbeth"
Do-Now: Read Act 2, Scene 4 of "Macbeth." What information is given to the audience in this scene?
Today: 1) Watch Act 1 and Act 2 of "Macbeth"
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Thursday, March 15
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Now that Duncan has been killed, how will Macbeth get away with murder? What do you think he will do in order to free himself from suspicion? Who will he blame for the murder? Who else might have a motive for killing Duncan?
Today: 1) Class will begin reading Act 2, Scene 3 of Macbeth. How is the Porter used as a comic relief for the play? Where have we seen comic characters in Shakespeare’s other tragedies?
2) Students will finish reading Act 2, Scene 3 in groups, examining how Macbeth and Lady Macbeth overact in order to cover up the fact they have just committed murder. Students will cite actions/dialogue which show Macbeth/Lady Macbeth overdramatizing.
Exit Slip: Do you feel the Macbeths’ have done a good job convincing the other characters of their innocence? What may they have done/said which other characters may view as suspicious.
Do-Now: Now that Duncan has been killed, how will Macbeth get away with murder? What do you think he will do in order to free himself from suspicion? Who will he blame for the murder? Who else might have a motive for killing Duncan?
Today: 1) Class will begin reading Act 2, Scene 3 of Macbeth. How is the Porter used as a comic relief for the play? Where have we seen comic characters in Shakespeare’s other tragedies?
2) Students will finish reading Act 2, Scene 3 in groups, examining how Macbeth and Lady Macbeth overact in order to cover up the fact they have just committed murder. Students will cite actions/dialogue which show Macbeth/Lady Macbeth overdramatizing.
Exit Slip: Do you feel the Macbeths’ have done a good job convincing the other characters of their innocence? What may they have done/said which other characters may view as suspicious.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Wednesday, March 14
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Describe the relationship dynamic between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.
Today: Artistic Representation: Students will draw a picture or diagram to show the relationship dynamic between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth as it stands in Act 1 and Act 2.
Exit Slip: Students will share their Artistic Representations with the class.
Do-Now: Describe the relationship dynamic between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.
Today: Artistic Representation: Students will draw a picture or diagram to show the relationship dynamic between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth as it stands in Act 1 and Act 2.
Exit Slip: Students will share their Artistic Representations with the class.
Friday, March 9, 2012
Tuesday, March 13
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Lady Macbeth has shown she has a great influence over her husband and his decisions. What other women (real or fictional) does she remind you of? Explain.
Today: 1) Review dramatic and verbal irony
2) Class will begin reading Macbeth Act 2, Scene 1 examining the instances of verbal and situational irony present in the scene and discussing how they are used to create suspense.
3) In pairs, students will read Act 2, Scene 2, examining Macbeth and Lady Macbeth’s different reactions to Duncan’s death.
Do-Now: Lady Macbeth has shown she has a great influence over her husband and his decisions. What other women (real or fictional) does she remind you of? Explain.
Today: 1) Review dramatic and verbal irony
2) Class will begin reading Macbeth Act 2, Scene 1 examining the instances of verbal and situational irony present in the scene and discussing how they are used to create suspense.
3) In pairs, students will read Act 2, Scene 2, examining Macbeth and Lady Macbeth’s different reactions to Duncan’s death.
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Friday, March 9
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: How do you persuade someone to do what you want them to do? What tactics/methods do you use? Explain.
Today: 1) Introduction to Persuasive Techniques: Begging the question, attacking the person, either-or reasoning and hasty generalization.
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 7, analyzing the methods of persuasion Lady Macbeth uses on her husband. In groups, students will be asked to identify the fallacies in the arguments Lady Macbeth uses in Scene 7 to convince Macbeth to kill Duncan.
3) Continue editing "The Philadelphia Tales"
Exit Slip: Answer Extending & Evaluating Questions on pg. 456.
Homework: Final copy of "The Philadelphia Tales" due MONDAY.
Do-Now: How do you persuade someone to do what you want them to do? What tactics/methods do you use? Explain.
Today: 1) Introduction to Persuasive Techniques: Begging the question, attacking the person, either-or reasoning and hasty generalization.
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 7, analyzing the methods of persuasion Lady Macbeth uses on her husband. In groups, students will be asked to identify the fallacies in the arguments Lady Macbeth uses in Scene 7 to convince Macbeth to kill Duncan.
3) Continue editing "The Philadelphia Tales"
Exit Slip: Answer Extending & Evaluating Questions on pg. 456.
Homework: Final copy of "The Philadelphia Tales" due MONDAY.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Thursday, March 8
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: You have 15 minutes to study for your Unit Test.
Today: 1) Unit Test #1
2) Extra-Credit: Re-write part of "Beowulf" from the point-of-view of Grendel's mother. Your story should include details from the original text as well as details you create on your own. In your story, explain how you felt about your son's death and why you sought revenge. Also, describe your fight with Beowulf and your final thoughts as you were dying. Your story should be at least 20 complete sentences and will be worth 20 extra-credit points.
Exit Slip: Self-Reflection: How well do you believe you did on your Unit Test? What might you do differently next time?
Homework: Final copy of "Philadelphia Tales" due MONDAY!!!
Do-Now: You have 15 minutes to study for your Unit Test.
Today: 1) Unit Test #1
2) Extra-Credit: Re-write part of "Beowulf" from the point-of-view of Grendel's mother. Your story should include details from the original text as well as details you create on your own. In your story, explain how you felt about your son's death and why you sought revenge. Also, describe your fight with Beowulf and your final thoughts as you were dying. Your story should be at least 20 complete sentences and will be worth 20 extra-credit points.
Exit Slip: Self-Reflection: How well do you believe you did on your Unit Test? What might you do differently next time?
Homework: Final copy of "Philadelphia Tales" due MONDAY!!!
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Wednesday, March 7
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Review Game for Unit Test #1
2) Continue editing "Philadelphia Tales"
Exit Slip: List any questions/concerns you have for tomorrow's Unit Test or for the Philadelphia Tales.
Homework: Study for Tomorrow's Unit Test! Final copy of the "Philadelphia Tales" due MONDAY!
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Review Game for Unit Test #1
2) Continue editing "Philadelphia Tales"
Exit Slip: List any questions/concerns you have for tomorrow's Unit Test or for the Philadelphia Tales.
Homework: Study for Tomorrow's Unit Test! Final copy of the "Philadelphia Tales" due MONDAY!
Monday, March 5, 2012
Tuesday, March 6
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Respond to the following quote: “Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.”
Today: 1) Class will finish reading Act 1, Scene 3 of "Macbeth." How does Macbeth react to finding out he has become Thane of Cawdor?
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 4. What does it appear Macbeth is planning on doing?
3) Students will react Act 1, Scenes 5 and 6. What plan does Lady Macbeth have for Macbeth to carry out?
4) Begin editing the "Philadelphia Tales"
Exit Slip: Characterize Macbeth and Lady Macbeth
Homework: Study for Thursday's Unit Test. Final Copy of "Philadelphia Tales" due MONDAY.
Do-Now: Respond to the following quote: “Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.”
Today: 1) Class will finish reading Act 1, Scene 3 of "Macbeth." How does Macbeth react to finding out he has become Thane of Cawdor?
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 4. What does it appear Macbeth is planning on doing?
3) Students will react Act 1, Scenes 5 and 6. What plan does Lady Macbeth have for Macbeth to carry out?
4) Begin editing the "Philadelphia Tales"
Exit Slip: Characterize Macbeth and Lady Macbeth
Homework: Study for Thursday's Unit Test. Final Copy of "Philadelphia Tales" due MONDAY.
Friday, March 2, 2012
Monday, March 5
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Do you believe some people have the ability to tell the future? Why or why not? Do you believe people can be influenced by these predictions enough to change their lives?
Today: 1) Go over Unit Test #1 Review Packet
2) Read Daily Horoscopes
3) Read "Macbeth" Act 1, Scenes 1-3.
Exit Slip: What predictions did the witches make for Macbeth and Banquo?
Homework: Study for Thursday's Unit Test
Do-Now: Do you believe some people have the ability to tell the future? Why or why not? Do you believe people can be influenced by these predictions enough to change their lives?
Today: 1) Go over Unit Test #1 Review Packet
2) Read Daily Horoscopes
3) Read "Macbeth" Act 1, Scenes 1-3.
Exit Slip: What predictions did the witches make for Macbeth and Banquo?
Homework: Study for Thursday's Unit Test
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Friday, March 2
Objective: SWBAT read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about characters. SWBAT analyze and describe theme in a drama.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Vocabulary Quiz #2
2) Continue working in Philadelphia Tales and Review Packet for Unit Test #1.
Exit Slip: List any questions/concerns you have for the upcoming Unit Test.
Homework: Rough Draft of Philadelphia Tales and Unit Test #1 Review Packet Due MONDAY! Unit Test #1 on THURSDAY!
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Vocabulary Quiz #2
2) Continue working in Philadelphia Tales and Review Packet for Unit Test #1.
Exit Slip: List any questions/concerns you have for the upcoming Unit Test.
Homework: Rough Draft of Philadelphia Tales and Unit Test #1 Review Packet Due MONDAY! Unit Test #1 on THURSDAY!
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