Objective: SWBAT
read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about
characters. SWBAT analyze and describe
theme in a drama.
Do-Now: How will Macbeth get away with murder? What do you think he will do in order to free
himself from suspicion? Who will he
blame for the murder? Who else might
have a motive for killing Duncan? Explain.
Today: 1) Review Act 3 Questions for "A Raisin in the Sun."
2) Class will read Act 2, Scene 2 focusing on Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's reactions to Duncan's murder.
3) In groups, read Act 2, Scene 3.
4) Class will continue to watch "Macbeth."
Exit Slip: How is the Porter used as a comic relief in Act 2, Scene 3? How do Macbeth and Lady Macbeth respond to the "news" of Duncan's death? Do any of the other characters seem to suspect them? Explain.
Homework: Study for your "A Raisin in the Sun" Test on FRIDAY!
Objective: SWBAT analyze and interpret character
(intent, motivation and action). SWBAT
interpret and explain figurative language.
SWBAT read,
interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5 to 7 sentences about anything you want) OR Write 5-7 sentences explaining how Lady Macbeth uses persuasive tactics to convince Macbeth to kill Duncan.
Today: 1) Review "A Raisin in the Sun" Act 2 Questions
2) Review Act 1 of "Macbeth"
3) Class will read Act 2, Scene 1 of "Macbeth." What does Banquo hint at in the beginning of this scene? What is the significance of Macbeth's soliloquy? Is he going crazy?
4) Class will continue to watch "Macbeth."
5) Complete review questions for Act 3 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
Exit Slip: Refer back to Macbeth's soliloquy in Act 2, Scene 1 where he sees the bloody dagger. Do you believe Macbeth feels guilty for what he is about to do? Why or why not? Explain. Do you believe the scene would have been more effective if the audience were able to see the dagger? Why or why not? Explain.
Homework: Finish review questions for Act 3 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
Objective: SWBAT
read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about
characters. SWBAT analyze and describe
theme in a drama.
Do-Now: What do you predict Lady Macbeth will say/do in order to convince Macbeth to kill King Duncan? Explain.
Today: 1) Go over "A Raisin in the Sun" Act 1 Review Questions
2) Four Main Types of Persuasion: Begging
the question, attacking the person, either-or reasoning and hasty
generalization.
3) Individually, read Macbeth's soliloquy at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 7. What does Macbeth reveal about his conflicted feelings toward murdering Duncan?
4) Class will finish reading Act 1, Scene 7. How does Lady Macbeth use persuasive tactics to convince Macbeth to kill Duncan?
5) Students will complete review questions for Act 2 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
Exit Slip: Recall at least TWO of the tactics Lady Macbeth used to convince Macbeth to kill Duncan and describe how she used them.
Homework: Finish review questions for Act 2 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
Objective: SWBAT
read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about
characters. SWBAT analyze and describe
theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Describe the exposition, conflict, and rising action of "Macbeth."
Today: 1) Review dramatic irony.
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 5. Why does Lady Macbeth believe Macbeth needs her to convince him to kill Duncan?
3) Independently, read Act 1, Scene 6. How does this scene represent dramatic irony?
4) Class will continue to watch "Macbeth."
5) Begin Review Packet for "A Raisin in the Sun" : Act 1.
Exit Slip: How does Act 1, Scene 6 represent dramatic irony? Explain.
Homework: Finish Review Packet for "A Raisin in the Sun" : Act 1.
Objective: SWBAT
read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about
characters. SWBAT analyze and describe
theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Do
you believe some people have the ability to tell the future? Why or why not? Do you believe people can be influenced by
these predictions enough to change their lives?
Today: 1) Daily Horoscope
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 3. What are the witches predictions for Macbeth and Banquo? How do you feel these predictions might influence the actions of each character?
3) In groups, read Act 1, Scene 4. What does Macbeth reveal in his aside? How might this be important later on in the play?
4) Class will begin to watch "Macbeth."
Exit Slip: Describe Macbeth and Banquo's reactions to the witches predictions. Which character do you feel is more likely to be influenced by the witches? Why?
Objective: SWBAT
read, interpret and analyze Shakespearean drama. SWBAT analyze and draw inferences about
characters. SWBAT analyze and describe
theme in a drama.
Do-Now: Complete Macbeth: Agree or Disagree Worksheet
Today: 1) Go over Macbeth: Agree or Disagree Worksheet
2) Review elements of a Shakespearean Tragedy
3) Class will read Act 1, Scenes 1 and 2 of "Macbeth"
Exit Slip: Which of the statements on the Macbeth: Agree or Disagree worksheet did you feel most strongly about? Why? Explain.
Objective: SWBAT
examine a character’s perspective and describe what they feel may have influenced the character's perspective. SWBAT describe the falling action, resolution, and denouement of "A Raisin in the Sun."
Do-Now: Free Write OR Respond
to the following quote: “Don’t judge a man until you’ve walked a mile in his
shoes.”
Today: 1) Perspective: What do we gain by looking at something or someone from a different perspective? What do we lose? Optical Illusions
2) Review: Falling Action, Resolution, Denoument
3) In groups, read Act 3, Pp. 131-151.
Exit Slip: How is Asagai's perspective on the Younger's situation different from Beneatha's? What do you think accounts for this difference? Describe the falling action, resolution, and denouement of "A Raisin in the Sun."
Homework: Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Objective: SWBAT evaluate the climax of a play. SWBAT identify a euphemism and explain how it is being used.
Do-Now: Describe
an experience you’ve have where you felt like you didn’t “fit in.” Where were you? Who were you with? What/who made you feel like you did not
belong?
Today: 1) Class will review Act 2, Scene 2 of "A Raisin in the Sun." Review "climax" : the highest point of action or turning point in a play.
2) Note-taking: Euphemism: the substitution of a mild, indirect, or vague expression for one thought to be offensive, harsh, or blunt.
Example: Saying someone has "passed" instead of "died."
Example: Calling someone a "Customer Service Representative" instead of a "cashier."
Example: Saying someone is "between jobs" instead of "unemployed."
3) Class will read Act 2, Scene 3 of "A Raisin in the Sun." What is the purpose of Mr. Lindner's visit? How is the "Clybourne Park Improvement Association" a euphemism?
4) Class will continue watching "A Raisin in the Sun."
Exit Slip: How does the end of Act 2, Scene 3 represent the play's climax? Explain.
Homework: ALL MAKE-UP WORK DUE BY TOMORROW!!!
Objective: SWBAT evaluate a deleted scene from "A Raisin in the Sun" and explain why they feel the director may have choosen to delete it from production.
Do-Now: Why do you believe directors choose to delete scenes from their movies instead of including all the scenes they film in the final production of the movie? Describe a deleted scene you have seen and why you feel the director may have cut it from the movie. You could also describe a part in a book which was cut from the film version of that book.
Today: 1) Review major events in "A Raisin in the Sun."
2) Class will read Act 2, Scene 2, pp. 96-104 of "A Raisin in the Sun." What is the purpose of the scene with Mrs. Johnson. Why do you believe this scene is often taken out during productions of the play?
3) In groups, students will finish reading Act 2, Scene 2, pp. 104-109. What do you believe made Mama change her mind about Walter's liquor store? What dreams does Walter have for his and his family's future?
3) Class will continue to watch "A Raisin in the Sun."
4) Letter to Your Future Child: Think of the dreams Walter has for Travis. What dreams do you have for your future child? Compose a letter to your future child telling him/her about the dreams you have for his/her life. What do you hope he/she has? What do you hope he/she does? What do you hope he/she accomplishes? Your letter should be a MINIMUM of TEN sentences.
Exit Slip: If you were directing a production of "A Raisin in the Sun," would you have included the scene with Mrs. Johnson? Why or why not? Explain.
Homework: ALL MAKE-UP WORK DUE NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY!!!
Objective: SWBAT describe how characters react to Mama's decision on how to spend her check.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE: Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want OR respond to the following prompt: If you were Mama, what would you do with the $10,000 check? Explain.
Today: 1) Review Act 1 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
2) Begin reading Act 2, Scene 1. How is George different from Asagai? Which man is the better fit for Beneatha?
3) In groups, students will finish reading Act 2, Scene 1. What has Mama decided to do with her check? How does each character react to this? What might be motivating each character to react differently?
4) Class will continue to watch "A Raisin in the Sun."
Exit Slip: Why do you believe Mama decided to spend the check on a house? What motivated her to do this? Explain. Do you feel Mama made the right decision? Explain.
Homework: Complete all make-up work NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY November, 21!!!
Objective: SWBAT
find an example of dramatic irony in “A Raisin in the Sun” and explain why it
represents dramatic irony. SWBAT side
with a character in an argument and list three reasons why they support that
character.
Do-Now: Should
a parent always support their child’s dreams even if he/she does not agree with
them? Explain why/why not.
Today: 1) Review Dramatic Irony
2) In groups, read pp. 54-66 focusing on the conversation between Beneatha and Asagai. What does Beneatha feel her "heritage" is? How is this ironic?
3) Class will read pp. 66-75. How does each character react to Mama's check coming? What does this show you about each character? How does the end of this scene represent dramatic irony?
4) Choose
a Side: Who do you side with: Walter or Mama? Come up with THREE reasons to support either character.
5) Class will continue to watch "A Raisin in the Sun."
Exit Slip: Who did you choose to side with: Walter or Mama? Why? EXPLAIN.
Homework: Writing
Activity: Write about a time when your parent did not support you in a
decision. Why did they not support
you? Did you ultimately decide to go
against their decision or take their advice?
(5-7 sentences)
Objective: SWBAT complete TWO activities to display their understanding of Act 1, Scene 1 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Review Act 1, Scene 1 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
2) Class will begin watching "A Raisin in the Sun."
3) Free Choice Friday: Choose TWO of the following activities to complete to display your understanding of Act 1, Scene 1 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
CHOICE 1: Found Poem: Find FIVE meaningful lines from Act 1, Scene 1. Copy each line to form a five-lined poem. Sample Line: "In my mother's house, there is still God."
CHOICE 2: VENN Diagram: Create a VENN diagram comparing/contrasting TWO of the play's female characters. You must include at least THREE similarities and THREE differences on each side, for a total of NINE. NOTE: You must choose unique and significant similarities and differences. For example, how each character feels about Walter's dream of opening a liquor store.
CHOICE 3: Write a Personal Ad for Beneatha in which she describes herself and describes the type of man she is looking for. Your add should be at least five sentences long. Use specific information about Beneatha from the play to write the add rather than just making something up or generalizing. For example, "I am a twenty-year-old woman who is pursuing a career in the medical field."
CHOICE 4: Twitter: Compose a series of Twitter posts (at least ONE from each character) which focus on the important events in scene one. Example: MamaYounger65: Big check comin' tomorrow. Might go buy me a house. Miss U, Big Walter <3
Exit Slip: What similarities/differences do you see between the film version of "A Raisin in the Sun" and the play? Why do you believe the writer/director of the film may have strayed from the play? Explain.
Objective: SWBAT
describe Mama’s role as the matriarch of the family and the influence she has
on the play’s other characters. SWBAT identify which type of conflict TEN different situations represent.
Do-Now: Who
is the head of your household? Describe
this person based on their personal characteristics and actions? What qualities does this person have which
makes him/her the leader in your family?
Today: 1) Review Do-Now: What qualities does one need to be the head of the household?
2) Circle of Conflict: There are TEN different conflicts posted around the room. Number your paper from 1-10 and, for each situation, write down which type of conflict you feel it represents. Be prepared to explain your answers!
3) Review Act 1, Scene 1 of "A Raisin in the Sun."
4) In groups of three, finish reading Act 1, Scene 1 of "A Raisin in the Sun." The three parts you will need to assign are Mama, Beneatha, and Ruth.
Exit Slip: Describe
the qualities Mama possesses which make her the leader of the household. What influence does she appear to have on the
other characters in the play? Describe the conflict between Mama and Beneatha. What do you believe is the cause of this conflict? Explain.
Homework: Written
Reflection: Write a description of your mother, grandmother, or a woman in your
life who is a mother figure to you. How
is this woman similar/different to the character "Mama" in the play? Length = 5-7 complete sentences.
Objective: SWBAT
evaluate how the characters Beneatha and Ruth ascribe to their gender roles.
Do-Now: What
are the stereotypical gender roles ascribed to men and women? What are men expected to act like? What are they expected to do? What are women expected to act like? What are they expected to do?
Today: 1) Class will make a list of stereotypical gender roles for men and women. How well have the characters in the plays we've read ascribed to these roles?
2) Class
will continue to read Act 1 of “A Raisin in the Sun.” How does Beneath differ from her gender
expectations? Why is she so different
from Ruth?
Exit Slip: Does
Ruth ascribe to the typical female gender roles of her time? Explain.
Does Beneatha? Explain. What
might be an explanation for the differences between these two women and how the
view the “role” of being a woman?
Homework: Written
Reflection: In about FIVE sentences, describe how well you feel you ascribe to
your gender role based on the descriptions we discussed in class today. Give examples.
Objective: SWBAT
describe the setting of a play and explain how it is used to create mood in the
first scene of the play.
Do-Now: Read the short poem by Langston Hughes
located on the third page of A Raisin in
the Sun starting with the line “What happens to a dream deferred? (This page is NOT numbered). Compose a 3-5 sentence reflection on the
poem. What do you think Langston is
saying about dreams that don’t come true?
How can you relate this to your own life and your own dreams? How do you predict this poem will tie in with
the play?
Today: 1) Note-taking: 4 Main Types of Conflict
Man vs. Man: One or more people against one or more people. (Examples: A world war, a boxing match, a football game.)
Man vs. Nature: One or more people against an element of nature such as an animal, a disease/virus, weather, etc. (Examples: Swine flu, Hurricane Katrina, Shark attack.)
Man vs. Self: One person against himself/herself. (Examples: Schizophrenia, Suicide, Low Self-Esteem.)
Man vs. Machine: One or more people against a machine or technology. (Examples: A computer crash. A car breaking down. Automation replacing human workers.)
2) Review setting and mood. How can a play's setting be used to create mood? What type of mood does the Langston Hughes poem create for the play?
3) Class will read the setting of Act 1 of "A Raisin in the Sun." What type of mood does this setting create?
4) Class will begin reading Act 1 of "A Raisin in the Sun." Which characters from other plays do Ruth, Walter, and Beneatha remind you of?
5) Class will listen to music selections to choose a song which reflects the mood of the first act.
Exit Slip: How does the poem in the beginning of the play relate to this first scene? What dreams appear to have been deferred based on the setting of the play and the interaction among the characters? Describe the mood created by the setting and the first scene.
Homework: Extra-Credit for "Othello" Due Wednesday!!!
Objective: SWBAT complete a test on "Othello."
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want.) Suggested Topics: What you did during the Hurricane. What you did for Halloween. What you're doing this weekend. What you plan on doing during your day off this Tuesday.
Today: 1) You have FIFTEEN minutes to study for your "Othello" Test (Use 'em or lose 'em!) Make sure you have a pen/pencil to use BEFORE the test begins!!!
2) Take "Othello" Test
3) Extra-Credit: "Happy Ending for Othello" : "Othello" ended very tragically with several people dying, some of whom didn't even deserve to die. Re-write the ending of "Othello" starting after the end of Act 4 and change how the play ends to make it have a happy ending. You are basically writing a NEW Act 5 for the play and may alter any of the events which occurred in that act. You may NOT create new characters, but must use the existing characters from the play. However, you CAN stop Othello from killing Desdemona or have Iago killed---use your imagination! Your ending should be AT LEAST FOUR pages long and should be written in play format. Remember, if you have BIG handwriting or use LOTS of extra spacing on your pages, you will need MORE THAN FOUR pages to fulfill the requirement. This assignment is worth FORTY EXTRA CREDIT points and is due WEDNESDAY of next week. If your assignment is NOT turned in by Wednesday, it will NOT be accepted!!! Early submissions are encouraged.
Homework: "Othello" Project Due MONDAY!!!
