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 believe that Macbeth got what he deserved in the end? Lady Macbeth? Did their punishments fit their crimes? Can you think of a more appropriate punishment for both of them? Explain.
Today: Finish watching "Macbeth."
Exit Slip: What are your reactions to the film version of "Macbeth?" Do you feel it stayed true to the play? Did it help you understand the play or did it confuse you? Why do you think the director chose to set his version of "Macbeth" during a more modern time? Was this effective? Explain.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Friday, October 28, 2011
Monday, October 31
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 who 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 as a song/rap, while still staying true to its meaning.
Exit Slip: Which soliloquy do you feel revealed the most about Macbeth’s true character? Explain.
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 who 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 as a song/rap, while still staying true to its meaning.
Exit Slip: Which soliloquy do you feel revealed the most about Macbeth’s true character? Explain.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Friday, October 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: FREE WRITE
1) Class will read Act 5, Scenes 2, 3, 4. How is Macbeth beginning to crumble under the pressure of war? How are the witches predictions beginning to come true?
2) Continue watching "Macbeth"
Homework: Finish reading "Macbeth," Act 5, Scenes 5-8. Choose a "Writing" activity from pg. 528 to complete (approx. 15-20 full sentences).
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Thursday, October 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: 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) 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.
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) 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.
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.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Wednesday, October 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: Describe the "test" Malcom gave to Macduff to make sure he was loyal. Have you ever tested someone to see if you could trust him/her? Did he/she pass your test? Explain.
Today: 1) Class will finish reading Act 4, Scene 3.
2) Complete Questions 9, 10, 11 on pg. 507.
3) Continue watching "Macbeth."
Exit Slip: Respond to question #13 on pg. 507. Was the scene of Macduff’s family being slaughtered necessary?
Do-Now: Describe the "test" Malcom gave to Macduff to make sure he was loyal. Have you ever tested someone to see if you could trust him/her? Did he/she pass your test? Explain.
Today: 1) Class will finish reading Act 4, Scene 3.
2) Complete Questions 9, 10, 11 on pg. 507.
3) Continue watching "Macbeth."
Exit Slip: Respond to question #13 on pg. 507. Was the scene of Macduff’s family being slaughtered necessary?
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Friday, October 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: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Class will begin reading Act 4, Scene 3, focusing on Malcom's test of loyalty for Macduff.
2) Class will discuss question #12 on pg. 507.
Homework: Complete “Writing” Activity on pg. 507.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Class will begin reading Act 4, Scene 3, focusing on Malcom's test of loyalty for Macduff.
2) Class will discuss question #12 on pg. 507.
Homework: Complete “Writing” Activity on pg. 507.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Thursday, October 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: 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) 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.
2) In groups, students will finish reading Act 4, Scene 1 and finish filling out their charts.
Exit Slip: Answer questions # 7 and #8 on pg. 507.
Homework: Read Act 4, Scene 2. In a paragraph, describe the discussion Lady Macduff and her son have about Macduff’s disappearance.
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) 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.
2) In groups, students will finish reading Act 4, Scene 1 and finish filling out their charts.
Exit Slip: Answer questions # 7 and #8 on pg. 507.
Homework: Read Act 4, Scene 2. In a paragraph, describe the discussion Lady Macduff and her son have about Macduff’s disappearance.
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