Romeo+&+JulietShakespeare

=Shakespeare= =and= =Romeo and Juliet=

Shakespeare Background and Information


 * Sonnets**

[|Sonnet 18 'translation']

[|Sonnet 18]

Shakespeare WebQuest [|ShakeWQ]


 * If you have any difficulties with the links, it is your responsibility to let me know before the assignment is due. Email me with any broken links.**

You may need this link for the first section: [|Link 1]

Shakespeare's Language and worksheet [|Shakespeare Literary Techniques and Verse]

[|Shakespeare's language]

[|Audio of Romeo and Juliet (Note: act timestamps are listed in the description)]
 * Texts and Audio**

[|Romeo and Juliet Text:]

[|Folger Text of Romeo and Juliet]

[|Another text with explanations/summaries/resources]


 * Vlogging Instructions **

In a vlog (video blog) you are to respond to one of the questions asked. You should candidly respond in a 1 minute to a 1 minute and 30 second video that will be sent to me. A few tips when vlogging.

- Decide if you want to have a script in front of you or speak impromptu - Plan your video session wisely. Look at the prompts ahead of time, then film. Maybe make an outline of your talking points. - Don’t worry about being awkward - Use eye contact/connect - Use headsets or record some place quiet. Avoid background noise. - Be aware of your background. - Be aware of lighting - You can be playful! Try jump cuts, black and white, comment bubbles etc. - This is a real conversation. Put yourself into it. Feel free to ask me a question in it. - Do take this assignment as a grade. Yes, we can be playful, but I expect some thoughtful and analytical dialogue.

Here are some questions to get you started for your Vlog 1. This is not a finite list. You may answer other prompts. Please do not try to answer all of these questions; take one question and answer it thoroughly with critical thinking, support and analysis.


 * You must support your discussion with quotes from the text. **


 * Vlog 1 (Act 1-2) **


 * - ** ** Based on what we’ve read so far, do you believe that love at first sight is possible? Why or why not? **
 * - ** ** Do you agree or disagree that parents should have some say about whom their children marry? Why or why not (use the text) **
 * - ** ** Discuss Juliet’s quick response to Romeo’s declaration of love. Is she too quick to commit to love? Is she following her heart? Is she using this as a way to avoid an arranged marriage with Paris? **
 * - ** ** Discuss the Friar’s reasoning for why he agrees to marry Romeo and Juliet. Is it justified? Why or why not? **
 * - ** ** How has fate intervened in the relationship between Romeo and Juliet so far? How do you think it will continue? **
 * - ** ** Any OMG moments from Act 1 or 2? **
 * - ** ** Free response. **


 * Remember to use the text to support your answer! You must use direct quotes. **

- Discuss the role of friendships for both Romeo and Juliet. - What is the turning point of the play? - Do you think family should have a say in who someone marries? Why or why not? - Discuss the Nurse and/or the Friar's roles in Romeo and Juliet's marriage. As adults, should they have different or better advice for them? - Any OMG moments from Act 3? - Free response.
 * Vlog 2 (Act 3) **


 * Remember to use the text to support your answer! You must use direct quotes. **


 * Romeo and Juliet News Article Assignment **

You will be creating a newspaper that includes two articles relating to the play Romeo and Juliet. These should read like newspaper articles and each article should be 200-250 words in length. A minimum of one image must be included as well.

Article One

Report on a major an event. Your article must include authentic and accurate information that reflects the true events, characters and setting of the play. Be sure to include all necessary details. Remember the purpose of this article is to inform. The event you choose should be a significant part of the plot.

Article Two

Create an editorial explaining who you believe is responsible for the death of Romeo and Juliet. Your argument must be supported by at least two citations from the text. Citation can include direct quotations or paraphrased quotations. Be sure properly indicate the act, scene, and line numbers after the quote.

Even though this portion of the newspaper is based on opinion, it is still scholarly piece. DO NOT use first person within either article.


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 * Additional study guides**


 * [|Act 1 notes]**

[|Act 2 notes]

[|Act 3 Notes]

[|Act 4 Notes]

[|Act 5 notes]

[|Act 1 Study Guide]
 * Study Guides**

[|Act 2 Study Guide]

[|Act 3 study guide]

[|Act 4 study guide]

[|Act 5 study guide]



Romeo and Juliet Projects