Friday, March 16

Objective: SWBAT evaluate how Desdemona’s handkerchief is being used as proof of her affair.

Do-Now: What evidence would you need to believe someone was cheating on you?  What would you have to hear?  What would you have to see?  Would you trust what others were telling you about your significant other?  Explain.

Today: 1) Teacher will review dramatic irony.  What does Iago know that none of the other characters in the play know?  What does Othello believe about Desdemona?

2) Class will begin reading Act 3, Scene 4.  How is the handkerchief causing Othello to believe Desdemona is having an affair?

3) In groups, class will finish reading Act 3, Scene 4.  How is Cassio treating Bianca?  How does she react to this treatment?  How is the handkerchief used to implement Cassio in an affair?

4) Class will discuss the importance of the handkerchief in Scene 4.  What does the handkerchief symbolize to each of the characters?

5) Defending Desdemona: Iago has Othello convinced that Desdemona is having an affair with Cassio.  Find evidence from the play to prove that Desdemona is actually loyal to Othello.  What has she done/said to prove herself as a loyal wife to him?  You should find at least THREE to FIVE examples from the text which show she is faithful and loves Othello.  For each example, copy the line and page number and write a brief explanation for how this line proves Desdemona is innocent.

Exit Slip: Draw a picture of an item you own that is priceless to you. 

Homework: Write a paragraph describing the priceless object you drew.  Where did you get this item?  Why is it so priceless to you?  What does it symbolize for you?