Thursday, September 27, 2012

Friday, September 28

ObjectiveSWBAT describe how Act 2, Scene 1 of “Fences” represents the play’s climax.

Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)

Today: 1) Class will review the function of a play's climax.

2) What is the purpose of Gabriel's character in this play?

3) In groups, students will finish reading Act 2, Scene 1 pp. 65-72.  How does this scene represent the play's climax?  What is Gabriel's purpose in this scene?

4) TV Talk Show: Imagine Troy decided to take Rose on a talk show to reveal his affair to her in front of a live audience.  What show would he choose?  Who might he bring with him to be on the show?  How might he break the news to her?  Compose a 2-page talk show script where Troy tells Rose his secret.  You may use an existing talk show or create one of your own.  This assignment is worth 20 points: 10 pts. for length, 5 pts. for creativity, and 5 pts. for accuracy.

Homework: Finish talk show script.  Test on "Fences" will be Friday, October 5.

Exit Slip: What are your reactions to Troy's news to Rose?  Were you expecting this to happen?  If you were Rose, would you stay with Troy or leave him?  Explain.

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