Thursday, April 26

Objective: SWBAT evaluate the effectiveness of a requiem.

Do-Now: Describe the final falling out between Willy and Biff. Why does Biff claim he was never successful in life? How does Willy response to Biff's claims?

Today: 1) Class will read the "Requiem" for "Death of a Salesman"

2) Introduce "Death of a Salesman" Project

3) Requiem Re-Write: Compose your own requiem for “Death of a Salesman” showing what you believe happened to Willy's family and friends.  This requiem should act to REPLACE the one written in the book, NOT add on to it.  Your requiem should be written in play format and should be at least TWO pages long.  You may use characters already in the book as well as any characters you choose to create.  Keep in mind: The play ends with Willy dying and his family/friends attending his funeral.  THIS MAY NOT CHANGE in your requiem.  Your requiem should begin AFTER Willy is buried.

Exit Slip: If you were directed the play, would you include the “Requiem” or leave it out? Explain.

Homework: Quiz on Act 2 of "Death of a Salesman" TOMORROW!  Begin working on "Death of a Salesman" Project