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A person and a choice (part 1)

In this lesson we explore the issues of environmentalism and the respect we have for systems and the planet through choices.

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A person and a choice (part 1)

In this lesson we explore the issues of environmentalism and the respect we have for systems and the planet through choices.

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Key learning points

  1. In this lesson we will continue exploring the stock characters and the masks that form the basis of who they are.

Content guidance

  • Physical activity required.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

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4 Questions

Q1.
In every scenario there is always a choice?

False
Correct answer: True

Q2.
Visualisation can be helpful when...

Having a conversation.
Correct answer: Imagining a setting or scene.
Making friends.

Q3.
Select the true statement

Correct answer: We have used drama strategies to add depth to our understanding of characters.
We have used drama strategies to help us see the comedy in a scene.
We have used drama strategies to sing.

Q4.
Where would we use Conscience Alley?

On the street.
Correct answer: When the character is faced with a decision or choice to make.
When we want to know more about the character's family.

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5 Questions

Q1.
What is the name of the village we explored today?

Correct answer: Bowborne
Bowness
Wimbine

Q2.
What was special about this village? It is something that no other village on earth can say.

Lasagne-free
Correct answer: Litter-free
Love-free

Q3.
Select the true statement

Hot-Seating can help us stay cold while we work.
Correct answer: Hot-Seating can help us to understand more about a character.
Hot-Seating is used to end a play.

Q4.
What is a choice?

Correct answer: The act of deciding between two or more possibilities.
The act of decoding a formula.
The act of running away.

Q5.
Do we have a choice in each scenario?

No
Correct answer: Yes

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UnitDrama / Using Drama conventions to explore contemporary issues

Drama

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