Writing the second half of the duel scene
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can write the second half of the duel scene, using a range of cohesive devices and all the elements of a narrative.
Key learning points
- We have planned the structure, content and vocabulary for our narrative.
- When we write, we use cohesive devices to connect these plan notes together into coherent sentences.
- We should aim to include all the narrative elements of action, description, dialogue and emotions in our writing.
- Oral rehearsal prior to writing helps us to write more easily.
- We can use adverbs to add detail to describe how verbs have been done.
Keywords
Narrative elements - the content of a narrative, often including action, description, dialogue and emotions
Adverb - a word that describes or gives more information about a verb, often showing the manner in which it happens
Cohesive devices - language features that contribute to text cohesion
Common misconception
Pupils may find it difficult to punctuate direct speech correctly.
Complete lessons on punctuating direct speech can be found in our Year 5 Grammar curriculum; you may wish to briefly review a couple of these slides based on your assessment of pupils' work in the previous lesson.
Teacher tip
A slide has been left lined for you to complete shared writing with your class. You may feel that you want to use shared writing again in the second part of the lesson, depending on the needs of your group.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of serious crime
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which person and tense does our narrative retelling of the duel scene in 'Romeo and Juliet' use?
Q2.Which narrative element is shown here? 'At that moment, Tybalt lunged forward and he landed a heavy blow on Mercutio’s chest.'
Q3.Which narrative elements are shown here? '“Are you hurt?” cried Benvolio, rushing towards his friend.'
Q4.Which cohesive devices are shown here? 'Suddenly, he rushed towards Mercutio and he pushed his dazzling rapier aside.'
Q5.Which cohesive device is shown here? 'Letting out a soft groan, the wounded man fell to the ground.'
Q6.Which pieces of dialogue are punctuated correctly with inverted commas?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which adjectives best describe the atmosphere we have aimed for in our narrative?
Q2.Which narrative elements are used in the following example? 'Dropping his rapier, Mercutio grimaced in pain.'
Q3.Which adverb could complete the following sentence? 'Mercutio swaggered __________ towards Tybalt.'
Q4.Which adverb could complete the following sentence? '“Romeo, get up! Here’s Tybalt approaching!” Benvolio gasped __________.'
Q5.Which of these options could complete the following sentence? 'Romeo wept bitter tears __________.'
Q6.What cohesive devices have been used here? 'Plunging his rapier violently into the young man’s chest, Romeo cut a jagged wound that oozed crimson blood. Immediately, Tybalt fell down heavily.'
To help you plan your 6 English lesson on: Writing the second half of the duel scene, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 6 English lesson on: Writing the second half of the duel scene, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
We use learning cycles to break down learning into key concepts or ideas linked to the learning outcome. Each learning cycle features explanations with checks for understanding and practice tasks with feedback. All of this is found in our slide decks, ready for you to download and edit. The practice tasks are also available as printable worksheets and some lessons have additional materials with extra material you might need for teaching the lesson.
The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
Our video is a tool for planning, showing how other teachers might teach the lesson, offering helpful tips, modelled explanations and inspiration for your own delivery in the classroom. Plus, you can set it as homework or revision for pupils and keep their learning on track by sharing an online pupil version of this lesson.
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