Objective: SWBAT identify and describe two instances of situational irony in “Fences.”
Do-Now: Making Predictions: Do you believe Troy will get fired from his job as a garbageman after filing a complaint, or will he be allowed to drive the truck? Why do you believe this? Do you believe Lyons will ever pay Troy back? Why do you believe this? EXPLAIN.
Today: 1) Introduce "situational irony" : when the opposite of what you expect to happen occurs
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 4 of "Fences" pp. 41-50. What two instance of irony do we find in this scene?
3) Scene Re-Write: Two things occurred in this scene that the audience would not have expected. Re-write the scene to make the outcomes more realistic. For example, have Troy get fired from his job for complaining or Lyons come ask Troy for more money. Your scene re-write should be about TWO pages long and should be written in play format (list each character's name before he/she speaks and leave a space between each character's dialogue.) You are encouraged to make your re-write humorous and entertaining. This re-write is due TOMORROW (Tuesday, September 25) and is worth 20 points: 10 pts. for length, 5 pts. for creativity and 5 pts. for accuracy.
Homework: Finish your Scene Re-Write
Exit Slip: Which two events in this scene could be considered ironic? Why are they ironic? How do these events make the play more interesting? EXPLAIN.
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