Romeo & Juliet Lesson 32: Got the Plot? - Lesson Plan

In Lesson 32, titled "Got the Plot?", students delve into the intricacies of Shakespeare's language within the Prince's speech in the iconic play "Romeo and Juliet". The learning objective is to develop students' understanding of how Shakespeare employs language to create powerful effects. This lesson aims to accomplish this by closely examining the Prince's speech, allowing students to explore the emotions and tensions conveyed through Shakespeare's choice of words and phrases. To assess progress, the students will engage in tasks such as 'A Closer Look', 'Anger and Hatred', and 'Check Your Understanding', each designed to deepen their comprehension and analytical skills.

The lesson is structured to cater to varying levels of understanding, with expected outcomes ranging from conveying basic knowledge to demonstrating insightful analysis of the language used by Shakespeare. Differentiation opportunities are provided to tailor the lesson to individual needs, including editing the PowerPoint, selecting appropriate tasks, and balancing teacher guidance with independent learning. The lesson begins with a starter activity that involves reading and discussing the Prince's speech. The main teaching activity is a 40-minute session focusing on how Shakespeare conveys the animosity between the feuding families through his language. This includes finding evidence and checking understanding, with an extension task for deeper insight. The plenary wraps up the lesson with constructive feedback, ensuring students reflect on what they have learned and how they can apply it to their study of Shakespeare's works.