Macbeth 2/11-2/18

Agenda: Thursday 2/11 & Friday 2/12 Opener - Pair Share Tracing a Theme through Macbeth Macbeth Act 1(sc 1-3) We need readers for: First Witch Second Witch Third Witch Duncan Malcolm Captain Lennox Ross Macbeth Banquo Angus

Learning Targets I can bring Shakespeare to life through a dramatic reading of Macbeth, Act 1. I can keep track of moments in the play when I see a particular motif being used. I can begin to look closely at language in Macbeth and how it helps support and develop meaning.

Discussion Prep Find a partner. Partner #1 - Discuss with your partner EVERYTHING you know about: William Shakespeare as a man and artist His use of language Shakespearean Tragedies The story of Macbeth Switch, Partner #2 - Do the same thing.

Review “Quiz” Discuss with a partner the following: What is a motif? What is a theme?

Tracing a Tragedy As we read Macbeth, you will be focusing on a number of things: Motifs that emerge and build together to a theme - What universal statement is Shakespeare saying through this text and his characters? You will be working with a small group to develop your interpretation. I will give you motifs to work from and your group will start to read for these aspects. You will meet after each Act to discuss your findings and build on the motif. How this play is an example of a tragedy - elements in action

Macbeth Act I, sc i-iii We need readers for: First Witch Second Witch Third Witch Duncan Malcolm Captain Lennox Ross Macbeth Banquo Angus

Act I, sc i: Setting the Mood Act I, sc i (The Witches) ”Fair is foul, and foul is fair. Hover through the fog and filthy air.” What are the witches saying? What is the mood of this scene?

Act I, sc ii: What do we learn about Macbeth? As we read scene 2, mark the text when you learn something new about Macbeth.

Act I, sc iii: Developing the Tragic Hero & Themes As we read, look for points in the text that teach us more about Macbeth. These will help us look at how he is developing as a tragic hero AND possible themes connected to that.

Form a small group Work through the analysis of Act 1 sc i-iii. Be prepared to discuss as a larger groups your analysis of Act 1 sc i-iii.

Discussion How does Shakespeare set the mood for Macbeth almost immediately? What evidence do we have that this is a tragedy? What motifs are we starting to see and what themes might they be leading to?

Exit Ticket In your journal, choose one of the discussion questions and respond. How does Shakespeare set the mood for Macbeth almost immediately? What evidence do we have that this is a tragedy? What motifs are we starting to see and what themes might they be leading to?

Agenda Tuesday 2/16 & Wednesday 2/17 Opener Macbeth Act 1, sc 4-7 Close Reading: Soliloquies (Macbeth and Lady Macbeth)

Learning Targets I can bring Shakespeare to life through a dramatic reading of Macbeth. I can read the text closely in order to develop an interpretation. I understand the significance of a soliloquy in the context of Macbeth.

Opener: Journal response Summarize the events of Act I, sc i-iii

Act I continued Macbeth Act I (sc 4-7) ● Duncan ● Malcolm ● Macbeth ● Banquo ● Lady Macbeth ● Attendant

Close Reading: Soliloquies Soliloquies are a monologue - an internal debate spoken by a character on stage who is alone (or assumes to be alone). They give us insight into the character’s mind, revealing their inner thoughts and motives.

Soliloquy: Lady Macbeth Act I, sc v Essential Question: What and how do we come to know about Lady Macbeth?

Lady Macbeth and Macbeth Let’s go back to lines I need 5-6 volunteers. One of you will be Macbeth, the others will be Lady Macbeth’s. Macbeth - Sit in the middle of the room. Lady Macbeths - Circle around. You may move, go around him, whatever you prefer. Deliver your lines how you see fit. The only ask if that each will read a line stopping at the punctuation and the next person will read the next line and so on. AUDIENCE - Consider the effect of these lines on Macbeth. Which do you believe to be the most powerful or effective?

Soliloquy: Macbeth Essential Question: How does Macbeth develop into a tragic hero?

Exit Ticket: How are Macbeth and Lady Macbeth similar? How are they different?

Agenda Thursday 2/18 & Friday 2/19 Opener Tracing a Motif/Theme Act 2 - Reading, Analysis and Discussion

Learning Targets I can bring Shakespeare to life through a dramatic reading of Macbeth, Act 2. I can keep track of moments in the play when I see a particular motif being used. I can work collaboratively with my group to develop an interpretation of the text based on evidence.

Opener Summarize Act I, sc iv - vii

Discussion Practice 1. Partner Up! 1. Partner A - Discuss with your partner the following: a.Summarize the key events that occur in Act I. Be sure to include any ideas you have about themes beginning to emerge. 1. Switch! 1. Partner B - Discuss with your partner the following: a.How does Shakespeare’s use of soliloquies help us understand both Lady Macbeth and Macbeth?

Tracing a Tragedy - Act 2 The following are motifs we see in Macbeth. These motifs lead to a thematic idea that is put forth by Shakespeare and supported through events and characters. Ambition Appearance and (or v.) Reality Guilt and Conscience Evil Order and Disorder Violence and Tyranny Masculinity/Gender

Setting up your journal 1.Set aside 2-3 pages in your journal 2.Create two-column pages. 3.Title one side “Text Evidence” and the other “How it relates to the motif.” 4.Add to the “How it relates to the motif” the following: a.How it relates to the context of this scene b.How it relates to the play as a whole

Motif Groups 1.Decide on one of the motifs you find most interesting. 2.Form a group with 2-3 other students who are interested in the same motif. 3.Form a ‘group’ with your desks. This is your motif group from here on out. This group will meet during class, after reading to discuss what evidence you are collecting.

Act 2 Readers We need the following readers: Banquo Fleance Macbeth Lady Macbeth Porter Macduff Lennox Malcolm Donaldbain Old Man Ross

Tracing Your Motif As we read today, begin to collect evidence related to your motif. Look closely at: Events that occur Words that are used Images that are conveyed (think smells, sounds, taste, colors, textures) Let’s practice: Innocence! What would it smell like? Sound like? Taste like? Colors? Textures?

Post Reading: Motif Group Meeting 1.Meet with your group. 2.Each person will share out at 1-2 pieces of text that they found today that relate to the motif. (You may also add evidence from Act I) 3.As you read your evidence, the group should then discuss the following: a.Significance to this particular moment in the play b.Relationship to the larger theme or the play as a whole 4.Grab a piece of poster paper. Create a poster that has: a.The motif written large on top b.An explanation for the term and synonyms c.A picture that represents the motif d.A prediction for how it might relate to Macbeth

Exit Ticket Each group will share out from their meeting today.