Shakespearean Plays - ELA 10

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Questions and Answers

William Shakespeare wrote approximately 39 plays and 154 sonnets.

True (A)

The primary theme of a Shakespearean tragedy is humor and light-heartedness.

False (B)

Othello was written by William Shakespeare in 1603.

True (A)

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.

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Othello is a Venetian general, manipulated by his ensign Iago.

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Roderigo admires Othello and supports him throughout the play.

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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.

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Othello takes place solely in Venice.

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Flashcards

Shakespearean Tragedy

A play by William Shakespeare depicting a protagonist's downfall due to internal and external factors.

Tragic Hero

A central character in a Shakespearean tragedy who experiences a downfall.

Tragic Flaw

A character trait that contributes to a tragic hero's downfall in a Shakespearean tragedy.

William Shakespeare

Renowned English playwright and poet, author of several tragedies and comedies.

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Othello

A Shakespearean tragedy, potentially written in 1603.

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Shakespeare's Plays

Collection of 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and two long poems.

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Shakespeare's Tragedies

Serious plays with tragic endings involving complex characters.

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Notable Shakespearean Works

Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, King Lear, Romeo and Juliet, and other plays.

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Othello's Setting

The play takes place in Venice and Cyprus.

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Othello's Profession

Othello is a Moorish general in the Venetian army.

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Iago's Motivation

Iago, the ensign, feels Othello passed him over for promotion.

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Thematic Conflict

Jealousy, race, love, and betrayal are central themes.

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Roderigo's Role

Roderigo is a wealthy Venetian who hates Othello.

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Cassio's Position

Cassio is Othello's lieutenant.

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Iago's Plan

Iago manipulates Othello to think Desdemona is unfaithful.

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Plot Driving Force

Iago's desire to harm Othello fuels the main storyline.

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Othello's Setting

The play takes place in Venice and Cyprus.

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Othello's profession

He is a Moorish general in the Venetian army.

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Iago's motivation

Iago, the ensign, feels Othello passed him over for promotion.

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Iago's plan

Iago manipulates Othello to think Desdemona is unfaithful.

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Main conflict of Othello

Jealousy, race, love, and betrayal are central themes.

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Shakespearean Tragedy

A serious play by Shakespeare with a tragic ending, showcasing complex characters and exploring themes like fate and the human condition.

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William Shakespeare

A famous English playwright and poet, known for his sonnets, plays, and long poems.

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Othello

A Shakespearean tragedy about a general who suffers a tragic downfall due to jealousy.

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Shakespeare's Tragedies

Shakespeare's plays with unhappy endings, focusing on human flaws and external forces leading to ruin.

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Tragic Hero

The main character in a Shakespearean tragedy who faces adversity and experiences a downfall.

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Shakespeare's Tragedies

Plays with tragic outcomes, exploring complex characters and themes like fate and human nature.

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Othello's Setting

The play unfolds in Venice and Cyprus.

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Othello's Profession

A Moorish general in the Venetian army.

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Shakespeare's Plays

Collection of approximately 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and 2 long narrative poems.

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Othello

A Shakespearean tragedy about a Moorish general's tragic fall to jealousy; written in 1603.

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Othello's setting

Venice and Cyprus are the locations of the play.

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Iago's hatred

Iago resents Othello for not promoting him and instead favouring Cassio.

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Othello's profession

He is a Moorish general in the Venetian army.

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Iago's plan

Iago plots to destroy Othello by making him doubt Desdemona's loyalty.

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Central Themes of Othello

Jealousy, race, love, and betrayal are significant throughout the play.

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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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