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The Taming of the Shrew Resource Movie: Patriarchy
Join us as we delve into Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" and uncover the pervasive theme of patriarchy woven throughout the narrative. In this discussion, we explore how the power dynamics and societal structures of Shakespeare's...
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The Taming of the Shrew Interview with the Actors
Actors Adriana Mitchell and Alan Eddard discuss their roles in "The Taming of the Shrew" for the myShakespeare team, exploring themes of gender and performance. They share personal insights and challenges they faced while interpreting...
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The Taming of the Shrew 4.1 Interview: Petruchio and Kate
This video captures the immediate post-wedding experiences of Petruchio and Kate from Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," focusing on their arrival at Petruchio's household. The discussion highlights the couple's interaction with...
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Endangered Animals: An Outline
Mr. Griot discusses the importance of using an outline to organize thoughts and information.He models how to write an outline using letters and numbers.
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Get Prepped for Prepositions
Mr. Griot teaches the student to identify prepositions and prepositional phrases and then practices the skill by playing a game.
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Review for You: Parts of Speech
Mr. Griot conducts a brief review of the parts of speech preposition, interjection, and conjunction by completing activities designed to identify and use them.
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Review for You: Quotation Marks
Mr. Griot reviews the correct placement of quotation marks when writing direct quotes.
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Review for You:Prepositions, Interjections, and Conjunctions
Mr. Griot reviews prepositions, interjections, and conjunctions and provides discussion and strategies for the identification and function of each in the sentence.
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Macbeth 1.5 Discussion: Lady Macbeth's Language
This video delves into the rich use of figurative language in a brief but potent speech by Lady Macbeth in Shakespeare's "Macbeth." The discussion highlights how Lady Macbeth manipulates words to foreshadow Duncan's impending doom and...
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Macbeth 1.5 Dig Deeper: Is Lady Macbeth a Witch?
This video explores the complex themes of witchcraft and destiny in Act 1 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," particularly through the character of Lady Macbeth. The analysis focuses on Shakespeare's use of language to present Lady Macbeth...
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Julius Caesar 4.1 Background: Aftermath of Caesar's Death
This video delves into the political chaos and power struggles in ancient Rome following the assassination of Julius Caesar. It explores the immediate outcomes, including Brutus's miscalculations and the senate's reactions, and details...
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Julius Caesar 3.2 Scene Summary
In this video, Brutus speaks to a restless crowd in Rome, defending his role in Caesar's assassination as a patriotic act for the good of Rome. Following Brutus, Mark Antony subtly manipulates public sentiment, turning the crowd towards...
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Julius Caesar 3.2 Performance: Brutus, Lines 12-33
In this video, we explore Brutus's defense of his role in Julius Caesar's assassination, from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar." Brutus presents himself not as a traitor but as a patriot whose love for Rome surpassed his allegiance to...
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Julius Caesar 3.2 Performance: Antony, Lines 118-137
In this video, viewers explore the strategic depths of Mark Antony's speech as he continues to sway the Roman populace in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar." The focus is on understanding Antony’s manipulation of public sentiment through...
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Julius Caesar 3.2 Background: The Power of the Roman Mob
Julius Caesar 3.2 Background: The Power of the Roman Mob
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Julius Caesar 3.1 Interview: Brutus and Cassius Part 2
This video examines the immediate aftermath of Julius Caesar's assassination, focusing on the public and political reactions to the event. As conspirators grapple with their actions and the public's fear of chaos, the video delves into...
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Hamlet 1.3 Why It's Cool
This scene introduces us to the family of Polonius, one of the king's most crucial advisors, and his children Laertes and Ophelia, presenting a parallel family dynamic to Hamlet's own. Laertes warns Ophelia about the uncertainties of her...
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Hamlet 1.3 What the Critics Say
Polonius's first major speech in Hamlet leaves audiences and critics divided on his character: some see him as a wise, caring father imparting his wisdom to his son Laertes, while others view him as a foolish, meddlesome old man. His...
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Hamlet 1.2 Discussion of Hamlet's Soliloquy
Hamlet's soliloquy is a work of dramatic artistry, blending intense emotional exploration with philosophical reflection, effectively transforming the play into a psychological tragedy. This soliloquy showcases Hamlet's internal...
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Hamlet 1.1 Political Situation in Denmark
In an eloquent speech, Horatio outlines the events preceding the play "Hamlet," detailing the conflict between King Fortinbras of Norway and King Hamlet of Denmark, resulting in Fortinbras' defeat and loss of land. Prince Fortinbras aims...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 5.1.109 Prologue
Quince's prologue may seem clumsily written at first but is a masterfully crafted speech by Shakespeare. Ambiguity and word choice, allows for dual meanings, at times earnest or humorous. The speech, asking for the audience's forgiveness...
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First Battle of Philippi, 42 BC Rise of Caesar Augustus (Part 4) Ancient History DOCUMENTARY
First Battle of Philippi, 42 BC Rise of Caesar Augustus (Part 4) Ancient History DOCUMENTARY
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Hyperbole: The Art of Exaggeration in Literature
This video unpacks hyperbole, a figure of speech that uses intentional exaggeration for emphasis or humor. It demonstrates hyperbole's widespread use in literature, referencing works by Mark Twain and Lewis Carroll, and includes an...
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Allusion in Literature: Conveying Meaning with Brevity
This video explores allusion, a literary technique that briefly mentions well-known references to convey deeper meanings. It emphasizes the importance of audience knowledge for effective allusions, using examples from Charles Dickens,...