Objective: By the end of class, students will be introduced to Roman Superstitions that impact the action of the play, Julius Caesar
Do Now
Tell me what each of the following questions below are actually asking you to do. In other words, rewrite the question in simple language that makes sense to you.
Summarize the events of ACT 1 scene 1 & 2.
Identify three examples of superstition in Act 1 scene 1 & 2.
Then evaluate the effectiveness of Shakespeare's using Roman superstition to drive the action in ACT 1.
DIRECT INSTRUCTION
View slideshare
Read page 778 - Roman superstitions and compete handout provided.
Guided
Read / Act scenes 1& 2. Take notes
Independent
Answer study guide questions provided.
Exit Pass
Summarize the basic situation of Shakespeare's Julius Caesar.
Monday, March 11, 2013
Friday, March 8, 2013
Monday, March 11 Julius Caesar introduction
Objective: By the end of class, students will be introduced to history of the Roman Empire and Shakespeare's Julius Caesar.
DO NOW
Complete A & B on Quickwrite handout.
Direct Instruction
Short Video on Caesar and the Roman Empire.
Read 'Making Connections" page 754. Discuss following statements as TRUE OR FALSE:
1. Chaos results when the lawful social order is broken.
2. The best intentions of good, noble people can lead to tragedy.
3. Language is a powerful weapon, and in the hands of a skilled person, It can be used to manipulate others.
4. Violence and bloodshed can never have morally good results.
5. Orderliness and stable rule, even rule by a dictator, are preferable to chaos.
GUIDED
Rea Literary Focus - page 755. Take notes.
INDEPENDENT
Use NO FEAR Shakespeare to complete the handout on characters. Just SUMMARIZE - do not copy from the book word for word.
Read roman Superstitions - page 778 and complete handout.
Exit Pass
In which Act of the play Julius Caesar will the setting and basic situation take place? What about the climax?
DO NOW
Complete A & B on Quickwrite handout.
Direct Instruction
Short Video on Caesar and the Roman Empire.
Read 'Making Connections" page 754. Discuss following statements as TRUE OR FALSE:
1. Chaos results when the lawful social order is broken.
2. The best intentions of good, noble people can lead to tragedy.
3. Language is a powerful weapon, and in the hands of a skilled person, It can be used to manipulate others.
4. Violence and bloodshed can never have morally good results.
5. Orderliness and stable rule, even rule by a dictator, are preferable to chaos.
GUIDED
Rea Literary Focus - page 755. Take notes.
INDEPENDENT
Use NO FEAR Shakespeare to complete the handout on characters. Just SUMMARIZE - do not copy from the book word for word.
Read roman Superstitions - page 778 and complete handout.
Exit Pass
In which Act of the play Julius Caesar will the setting and basic situation take place? What about the climax?
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Friday, March 8, History odf the Roman Empire
Objective: By the end of class, students will be introduced to the history of the Roman Empire as a prelude to reading Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare.
DO NOW
"POWER CORRUPTS AND ABSOLUTE POWER CORRUPTS ABSOLUTELY." - can you think of any leaders that have abused power? what did they do? Why did they do it and how did people react? You can refer to a political leader or any person who has authority.
Direct Instruction
Read pages 750- 751 - background - Results of Violence. take notes.
Guided / Independent
When you receive a laptop, go to this site and and enter the code TA781-4D5A. Then enter your name.
The Video clips are on average 2 minutes long. You are to choose 5 video clips to watch. After each one, write down five facts that you have learned. Type the name of the video and your facts onto a google docs document and share with me - karenreina1@gmail.com.
DO NOW
"POWER CORRUPTS AND ABSOLUTE POWER CORRUPTS ABSOLUTELY." - can you think of any leaders that have abused power? what did they do? Why did they do it and how did people react? You can refer to a political leader or any person who has authority.
Direct Instruction
Read pages 750- 751 - background - Results of Violence. take notes.
Guided / Independent
When you receive a laptop, go to this site and and enter the code TA781-4D5A. Then enter your name.
The Video clips are on average 2 minutes long. You are to choose 5 video clips to watch. After each one, write down five facts that you have learned. Type the name of the video and your facts onto a google docs document and share with me - karenreina1@gmail.com.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Thursday, March 7, Lamb to Slaughter test
Objective: By the end of class, students will be assessed on Lamb to the Slaughter - comprehensive, analyltcal and evaluative questions.
DO NOW - 15 points
Evaluate Dahl's use of irony in Lamb to the Slaughter. Is it effective in delivering the message of jealousy, betrayal and revenge?
You can start like this...
Dahl uses irony in Lamb to the Slaughter to deliver the themes of jealousy, betrayal and revenge. He uses situational irony....(be sure to give specific examples).............
Direct Instruction
Lamb to the Slaughter - multiple choice - 5 points each / constructed response - 15 points
Exit Pass
What is the verbal irony of the title Lamb to the Slaughter?
DO NOW - 15 points
Evaluate Dahl's use of irony in Lamb to the Slaughter. Is it effective in delivering the message of jealousy, betrayal and revenge?
You can start like this...
Dahl uses irony in Lamb to the Slaughter to deliver the themes of jealousy, betrayal and revenge. He uses situational irony....(be sure to give specific examples).............
Direct Instruction
Lamb to the Slaughter - multiple choice - 5 points each / constructed response - 15 points
Exit Pass
What is the verbal irony of the title Lamb to the Slaughter?
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Wednesday, March 6, Lamb to the Slaughter
Objective: By the end of class, students will demonstrate reading comprehension, identify 2 types of irony and site character words, actions and descriptions to determine traits that affect behavior.
DO NOW
What kind of man was Patrick? Name at least three character traits and tell me why you think what you think. I want you to reread what he says to Mary on the top of page 319 before you finalize your answer.
Direct Instruction
Finish reading Lamb to the Slaughter pages 320-324.
Guided
Use t-charts to identify at least three examples of situational irony and 3 of dramatic irony (total = 6 examples).
On the opposite side of the irony t-chart, identify quotes from the text that reveal Mary's character. Remember character traits can be determined by what she says, what she does, how other character's interact with her and also physical descriptions.
Independent
Using the information from your t-chart, complete the following:
Analyze Mary's behavior from the beginning of the story until the end. How does it change? From what you know about her, is it ironic that she "giggles" at the end? What exactly is she giggling about?
Exit Pass - think about this and decide yes or no. Your DO NOW tomorrow will ask you to analyze and evaluate this question in dettail and will count as a quiz.
Do you think Dahl use of irony was effective in delivering the message of jealousy, betrayal and revenge?
DO NOW
What kind of man was Patrick? Name at least three character traits and tell me why you think what you think. I want you to reread what he says to Mary on the top of page 319 before you finalize your answer.
Direct Instruction
Finish reading Lamb to the Slaughter pages 320-324.
Guided
Use t-charts to identify at least three examples of situational irony and 3 of dramatic irony (total = 6 examples).
On the opposite side of the irony t-chart, identify quotes from the text that reveal Mary's character. Remember character traits can be determined by what she says, what she does, how other character's interact with her and also physical descriptions.
Independent
Using the information from your t-chart, complete the following:
Analyze Mary's behavior from the beginning of the story until the end. How does it change? From what you know about her, is it ironic that she "giggles" at the end? What exactly is she giggling about?
Exit Pass - think about this and decide yes or no. Your DO NOW tomorrow will ask you to analyze and evaluate this question in dettail and will count as a quiz.
Do you think Dahl use of irony was effective in delivering the message of jealousy, betrayal and revenge?
Monday, March 4, 2013
Tuesday, March 5, Lamb to the Slaughter
Objective; By the end of class, students will be read short fiction and identify literary devices as well as theme.
DO NOW
"It's the old story. get the weapon and you've got the man." What does this mean? Do you agree? Do criminals get away with murder if the murder weapon is not found?
Direct Instruction
Lamb to the Slaughter - connotations? page 316
Read 317-320.
Guided
CRQ"S
1. How do you know something is disturbing Patrick? page 318
2. What is Mary's relationship like with her husband? Describe her personality. page 318
3. What does Patrick do for a living?
4. Why is Mary suddenly frightened? page 319
5. How do you know Patrick is nervous? page 319
6. What do you think Patrick tld Mary?
7. What is Patrick primarily concerned about whn he delivers the news?
8. How does this news make Mary feel?
9. Do you think Mary reacted when hitting Patrick, or was it planned? Consider her peronality when answering.
10. Do you think she meant to hit him THAT hard? Try to look at it from Mary's perspective and personality and explain.
10. What is an important fact about Mary that may determine much of what happens next?
Independent
IRONY worksheet - finish for H if not done in class.
Exit Pass
What do you think happens next?
DO NOW
"It's the old story. get the weapon and you've got the man." What does this mean? Do you agree? Do criminals get away with murder if the murder weapon is not found?
Direct Instruction
Lamb to the Slaughter - connotations? page 316
Read 317-320.
Guided
CRQ"S
1. How do you know something is disturbing Patrick? page 318
2. What is Mary's relationship like with her husband? Describe her personality. page 318
3. What does Patrick do for a living?
4. Why is Mary suddenly frightened? page 319
5. How do you know Patrick is nervous? page 319
6. What do you think Patrick tld Mary?
7. What is Patrick primarily concerned about whn he delivers the news?
8. How does this news make Mary feel?
9. Do you think Mary reacted when hitting Patrick, or was it planned? Consider her peronality when answering.
10. Do you think she meant to hit him THAT hard? Try to look at it from Mary's perspective and personality and explain.
10. What is an important fact about Mary that may determine much of what happens next?
Independent
IRONY worksheet - finish for H if not done in class.
Exit Pass
What do you think happens next?
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Monday, March 4, Introduction to Lamb to the Slaughter
Objective: By the end of class, students will review analyze and evaluate, and be introduced to irony ambiguity for short fiction.
DO NOW
We will do these together NOW -(if you successfully answered these questions from Friday, you will receive extra credit).
1. Identify and analyze at least two examples of personification of the Red Death on page 427. How is the Red Death described? What effect do these descriptions have on the reader?
2. Evaluate Poe's purpose of having the Red Death appear at Prince Prospero's party? What is his message to the reader? Explain in detail and make references to the allegory.
Direct Introduction
Introduce Lamb to the Slaughter - make predictions
IRONY clip - dramatic / situational / verbal
Themes of Lamb to The Slaughter = JEALOUSY / BETRAYAL / REVENGE - powerpoint introduction to Lamb to the Slaughter
Guided / Independent
Using Neos - Three Individual Paragraphs on the Themes of Lamb to The Slaughter:
1. JEALOUSY - What makes a person jealous? What is someone thinking when they are jealous? How does one avoid this feeling / emotion or is that possible? Are you a jealous person? Why or why not? Give an example.
2. BETRAYAL - have you ever been betrayed by a friend, boyfriend / girlfriend or family member? What does it feel like to be betrayed ? How do you react to betrayal? Is betrayal ever forgiveable?
3. REVENGE - is taking revenge ever ok? Is it better to just walk away? Does getting revenge make you feel good? Does it settle the score or do bad feelings still linger? Is the problem truly resolved after getting revenge?
Exit Pass
What do you think the title of this story suggests? What is it going to be about?
DO NOW
We will do these together NOW -(if you successfully answered these questions from Friday, you will receive extra credit).
1. Identify and analyze at least two examples of personification of the Red Death on page 427. How is the Red Death described? What effect do these descriptions have on the reader?
2. Evaluate Poe's purpose of having the Red Death appear at Prince Prospero's party? What is his message to the reader? Explain in detail and make references to the allegory.
Direct Introduction
Introduce Lamb to the Slaughter - make predictions
IRONY clip - dramatic / situational / verbal
Themes of Lamb to The Slaughter = JEALOUSY / BETRAYAL / REVENGE - powerpoint introduction to Lamb to the Slaughter
Guided / Independent
Using Neos - Three Individual Paragraphs on the Themes of Lamb to The Slaughter:
1. JEALOUSY - What makes a person jealous? What is someone thinking when they are jealous? How does one avoid this feeling / emotion or is that possible? Are you a jealous person? Why or why not? Give an example.
2. BETRAYAL - have you ever been betrayed by a friend, boyfriend / girlfriend or family member? What does it feel like to be betrayed ? How do you react to betrayal? Is betrayal ever forgiveable?
3. REVENGE - is taking revenge ever ok? Is it better to just walk away? Does getting revenge make you feel good? Does it settle the score or do bad feelings still linger? Is the problem truly resolved after getting revenge?
Exit Pass
What do you think the title of this story suggests? What is it going to be about?
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