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Lesson 1 of 3
- Year 8
Shakespeare's use of language
The objective for this lesson is to begin to master the use of Shakespeare's language in depth, whilst working on a short monologue from Twelfth Night.
Lesson 1 of 3
- Year 8
Shakespeare's use of language
The objective for this lesson is to begin to master the use of Shakespeare's language in depth, whilst working on a short monologue from Twelfth Night.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A chance to learn and act out Orsino's Heart (If music be the food of love) monologue. Students will have the opportunity to learn and perform a short monologue from Twelfth Night. Introduction to the play and the characters; memorization tips; iambic pentameter, imagery and rhythm in Shakespeare's language.
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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4 Questions
Q1.How many plays did William Shakespeare write?
How many plays did William Shakespeare write?
10
15
24
Q2.How many acts are there in a Shakespeare play?
How many acts are there in a Shakespeare play?
3 Acts
4 Acts
6 Acts
Q3.Did Shakespeare write all his plays in poetry?
Did Shakespeare write all his plays in poetry?
Yes
Q4.Is Twelfth Night a comedy or a tragedy?
Is Twelfth Night a comedy or a tragedy?
A tragedy
5 Questions
Q1.Iambic pentameter is a rhythm where each line has ____ beats.
Iambic pentameter is a rhythm where each line has ____ beats.
Four
Six
Three
Q2.What does the keyword motivation mean?
What does the keyword motivation mean?
The term we use to describe how a character enters the stage.
The term we use to describe the relationships a character has on stage.
Q3.What is a monologue?
What is a monologue?
A part of a dialogue with another character.
A punchline of a joke.
Q4.True or false: Twelfth Night is a tragedy?
True or false: Twelfth Night is a tragedy?
True
Q5.What kind of character is Orsino in Twelfth Night?
What kind of character is Orsino in Twelfth Night?
Generous
Gentle
Kind