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William Shakespeare wrote approximately 39 plays and 154 sonnets.
William Shakespeare wrote approximately 39 plays and 154 sonnets.
True
The primary theme of a Shakespearean tragedy is humor and light-heartedness.
The primary theme of a Shakespearean tragedy is humor and light-heartedness.
False
Othello was written by William Shakespeare in 1603.
Othello was written by William Shakespeare in 1603.
True
Hamlet, one of Shakespeare's tragedies, features a character known for his tragic flaw related to ambition.
Hamlet, one of Shakespeare's tragedies, features a character known for his tragic flaw related to ambition.
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Shakespeare's comedies typically involve elements such as conflict and catharsis.
Shakespeare's comedies typically involve elements such as conflict and catharsis.
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Othello is a Venetian general, manipulated by his ensign Iago.
Othello is a Venetian general, manipulated by his ensign Iago.
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Roderigo admires Othello and supports him throughout the play.
Roderigo admires Othello and supports him throughout the play.
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Desdemona is believed to be unfaithful to Othello with Cassio.
Desdemona is believed to be unfaithful to Othello with Cassio.
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One of the main themes of Othello is the celebration of jealousy.
One of the main themes of Othello is the celebration of jealousy.
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Othello takes place solely in Venice.
Othello takes place solely in Venice.
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Study Notes
Shakespearean Plays - ELA 10
- The course covers Shakespearean plays, specifically focused on Othello.
- The work plan includes routine attendance, introduction to Othello discussion, and wrap-up activities.
- The author, William Shakespeare, is introduced, including a famous quote from Hamlet.
- A section on Juliet, Act II, Scene II, is provided, with a focus on Romeo and Juliet
- A biography of William Shakespeare is included, outlining his major works.
- This includes tragedies, comedies, and histories.
- Key plays mentioned include Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, King Lear, Romeo and Juliet, Julius Caesar, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night, As You Like It, Much Ado About Nothing, Henry IV, Henry V, and Richard III.
- Shakespearean Tragedy is defined; key elements detailed: tragic hero, tragic flaw, supernatural, conflict, catharsis, fate.
- A list of Shakespeare's tragedies is provided: Antony and Cleopatra, Julius Caesar, Romeo and Juliet, Coriolanus, King Lear, Timon of Athens, Cymbeline, Macbeth, Titus Andronicus, Hamlet, Othello, Troilus and Cressida.
- Questions to consider in class are listed, including prompts for discussion regarding the introduction to the story, character analysis, plot summary and themes.
- An introduction to Othello is provided, including the play's setting (Venice and Cyprus), the protagonist (Othello), the antagonist (Iago) and plot summary describing the events in the play.
- The Othello plot summary is presented.
- Instructions for presentation grading include criteria (understanding of the play, character analysis, modern relevance, creativity) and scoring scale (Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Needs Improvement).
- Shortcut keys for presentation mode are listed.
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This quiz will test your knowledge on Shakespearean plays with a focus on Othello. You'll explore the main themes, characters, and significant quotes from key works like Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet. Learn about Shakespeare's life and the elements of his tragedies.
