something that you want and plan to do; an aim

making an informed judgment based on careful analysis and consideration of the text

has subtle details that make it complex and interesting

a thorough explanation of your understanding of a text

the beliefs and norms that a society holds about how individuals should behave and act

'Romeo and Juliet': writing a nuanced response on societal expectations

English

In this unit, pupils explore the tragedy of societal expectations in 'Romeo and Juliet'. They look at the problem through a range of different prisms, including the tension between individualism and the status quo. They plan and write an essay on Shakespeare's presentation of societal expectations.

Shakespeare: the third deep dive

Depiction or discussion of serious mental health issues including eating disorders, self-harm, suicide or attempted suicide, or the aftermath of such an event.

Depiction or discussion of mental health issues

explains the focus of the individual paragraph

Match the single paragraph outline component with the definition.

Place the elements of a conclusion in chronological order.

'Behave in line with socially acceptable conventions or standards' is the definition of which word beginning with 'c'?

'A thorough explanation of your understanding of a text' is the definition of a {{ }} response.

'Making an informed judgment based on careful analysis and consideration of the text' is the definition of which word beginning with 'e'?

'Has subtle details that make it complex and interesting' is the definition of which word beginning with 'n'?

In an analytical essay, which of the following is the definition of a thesis statement?

In an analytical paragraph, which of the following should a topic sentence do?

'A play dealing with tragic events that usually ends with death' is the definition of which word beginning with 't'?

'Something that you want and plan to do; an aim' is the definition of which word beginning with 'i'?

'Behave or act in the opposite way to socially acceptable conventions or standards' is the definition of which word beginning with 's'?

'The beliefs and norms that a society holds about how individuals should behave and act' is the definition of {{ }} expectations.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of mental health issues

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

'Romeo and Juliet': writing a nuanced response on societal expectations

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.