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English Packet 9A - Sweet Sorrow
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Student Name: English 9A Credit 3
DIRECTIONS: Preview the learning events. Next, fill in the boxes to help you better understand the work you are about to do. Finally, set a goal for yourself that you will focus on as you complete this credit (ex: I will focus on questioning while I annotate).
What do you notice after previewing the learning events? Reflect on themes, activities, and any other observations you made.
What questions do you have for your teacher? Is there anything you do not understand or need clarification on?
What resources or support can your teacher provide you to succeed in this credit?
Credit Opener: Sweet Sorrow
PAGES 1- 3 SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH TEACHER BEFORE LEAVING SCHOOL
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Performance Task Preview: Narrative Writing
Prompt Product Though the language is over 400 years old, William Shakespeare wrote an engaging play, The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet. His use of universal themes, dialogue, and literary devices has created a narrative which still resonates with today’s audience and readers.
Create a narrative (either as a scripted one-act play or standard writing) in which you develop a short story related to the credit’s theme, “Sweet Sorrow.”
Write a narrative which addresses the theme, “Sweet Sorrow.” Your narrative must include:
PAGES 1- 3 SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH TEACHER BEFORE LEAVING SCHOOL
The Performance Task will provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your learning at the end of each credit. This page provides a preview of that Performance Task. The prompt is restated in Lesson 4.
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DIRECTIONS: Read the graphic below which outlines the main plot of Romeo and Juliet and answer the question that follows.
Learning Goals: I can determine the figurative meaning of words and phrases as used in the text. I can apply knowledge of language to understand how it functions in different contexts. I can use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase. I can demonstrate understanding of figurative language and nuances in word meanings.
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Dramatic Conventions Paraphrase Soliloquy
Soliloquy
Aside
Aside
Dramatic Irony
Dramatic Irony
Allusion and Word Play- An allusion is a reference to a literary or historical person or event that the audience is expected to know. Shakespeare’s audience was familiar with Greek and Roman mythology and the Bible, so his plays include many references to these works.
Shakespeare also includes many puns , humor resulting from words with similar sounds and different meanings. For example, a depressed Romeo utters a pun using the word light when he offers to carry a torch: “Being but heavy, I will bear the light.”
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DIRECTIONS: In the left column, you will see Shakespeare’s original quotations. Match each one with its paraphrase (keeps original meaning, but in your own words) in the right column. You can check your answers at the bottom of the page before you proceed to the next activity.
a. Your voice is as beautiful as a song. b. There is nothing bad about your face. c. You’re hot. d. Just tell me what to do, and I’ll do it.
DIRECTIONS : Now, you will take the activity a step further by translating each additional quotation below into your own words. An example is provided for you.
Original Quote Paraphrase (Translation in own words) “I wear you in my heart.” You have a permanent place in my heart.
“I’ll bathe my lips in thy kisses.”
DIRECTIONS: Answer the following question.
What are some differences between Shakespearean English and modern English? What are some similarities?
Answer Key:
Shakespeare’s Language
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DIRECTIONS : Read the setting and character map below.
Learning Goals: I can analyze how complex characters develop over the course of a text. I can determine the figurative meaning of words and phrases as used in the text. I can analyze how an author structures a text to create such effects as tension or surprise. I can analyze a point of view in literature from outside the United States. I can analyze a key scene in two different artistic mediums. I can draw evidence from literary texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. I can apply knowledge of language to understand how it functions in different contexts. I can demonstrate understanding of figurative language and nuances in word meanings.
In the next section, you will begin to read The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet. If you find yourself struggling with the language, refer back to Lesson 1 resources. Please note: page numbers refer to your Collections textbook. You may use any version of the play, however, by following the Act, Scene, and line numbers in the assignment.
THE TIME : The 14th^ century THE PLACE : Verona and Mantua in northern Italy
Lord and Lady
Friar Laurence
Lord and Lady
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DIRECTIONS: Read the Prologue (p. 183 of the textbook); then answer the questions below.
DIRECTIONS: Answer the following questions as you read. Keep in mind the tips for reading Shakespeare that you reviewed in Lesson 1.
This is the scene in which Romeo and Juliet encounter each other for the first time. Romeo and his friends have crashed a party at the Capulet’s home and he does not realize, at first, that Juliet is the daughter of his family’s enemy.
The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet: Collections Text (p. 181 - 282 )
Act 1, Scene 5: Collections Text (p. 200 - 205 )
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DIRECTIONS: In your web browser, go to youtube.com and search for “Act 2 Scene 2 Romeo and Juliet Royal Shakespeare Company.” You may also type the link below into a web browser if you cannot find the video:
*(Note: Sometimes videos are removed from YouTube… if you cannot find this specific video, you can Google “Romeo and Juliet balcony scene” to get the general idea of what you will be reading.)
DIRECTIONS: Use the oval below to make any comments, drawings, or questions you may have about the scene.
Act II, Prologue-Scene 2: Collections Text (p. 207-214)
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DIRECTIONS: Answer the following questions.
- Is the comparison an accurate **metaphor** for their love? Why or why not?
In Act II scenes 3 and 4, Mercutio and Benvolio realize that Romeo has ditched them and figure it is because he’s in love (however they think he is still in love with his ex). Benvolio reveals that Tybalt, Juliet’s cousin, has challenged Romeo to a duel and doubts that Romeo can defeat him. Juliet’s nurse then appears and Romeo pulls her aside to tell her that he has arranged for a wedding. Juliet must meet him at Friar Laurence’s room in the church that afternoon for a secret ceremony. The Nurse returns home to tell Juliet of the news and arranges a way to sneak Romeo into her bedroom that night to consummate their marriage.
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DIRECTIONS: Refer to lines 21-37 on p. 226 of your textbook for the following items. Examples are provided for you.
o m e o
Text evidence that reveals he is a hopeless romantic
J u l i e t
Text evidence that reveals she is a sensible What this reveals about her motivations
r i a r
Text evidence that reveals he is caring
What this reveals about his motivations
One way to help you identify characters’ traits (the qualities that make them unique) and motivations (reasons for their behavior) is through closely examining the words they use when speaking. Complete the close-reading activity to the left to help you determine traits and motivations for Romeo, Juliet, and Friar Laurence.
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DIRECTIONS: As you read Act III of Romeo and Juliet (beginning on p. 228), notice how events begin to shift in a more dangerous direction.
Evidence: Evidence:
Learning Goals: I can analyze how complex characters develop over the course of a text. I can determine the figurative meaning of words and phrases as used in the text. I can analyze how an author structures a text to create such effects as tension or surprise. I can analyze a point of view in literature from outside the United States. I can analyze a key scene in two different artistic mediums. I can draw evidence from literary texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. I can apply knowledge of language to understand how it functions in different contexts. I can demonstrate understanding of figurative language and nuances in word meanings.
The next scene is action-packed, so this would be a good point to watch the play if you have not already. There are so many versions available; simply go to youtube.com and search “Romeo and Tybalt fight scene” and choose one that appeals to you.