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Pupils participate in a drama circle to read Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream aloud. They work with partners to discuss Shakespeare's use of language and analyze how specific lines of dialogue within the play help propel the action forward.
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- Have partners write imaginary scenes from the play and act them out in front of the class
Classroom Considerations
- Serves as the ninth consecutive lesson from the 18-part Grade 8 ELA Module 2B, Unit 1 series
- In advance, copy the Tips for Reading Shakespeare bookmark on card stock and cut it into strips
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- Offers suggestions for lesson differentiation
- Includes teaching notes to guide instruction
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