September 5, 2019
Standards
RL.9-10.3 Analyze how complex characters develop over the course of a text, interact with other characters, and advance the plot or develop the theme.
Obj: I can analyze complex characters and their development throughout Julius Caesar.
Starter
In 3-5 sentences, summarize the events of act one so far.
Vocabulary
Word: Indirect Characterization
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: process by which the writer shows the character's personality through speech, actions and appearance
Your Definition:
Activity: Use indirect characterization to describe a character from your favorite book, movie, or show.
Activity:
1. Julius Caesar 1.3
Characters
Cicero
Casca
Cassius
Cinna
Discussion Questions
Act One Scene Three
How does Casca feel about the omens he has seen?
How does Casca view Caesar?
Why do you think the men want Brutus join them?
With a partner, complete a STEAL chart for either Caesar, Antony, Brutus, or Cassius.
0:00-25:00
How does each character compare to the way they are described in the original text?
4. Act Two Scene One
Characters
Brutus
Lucius
Cassius
Decius
Casca
Cinna
Metellus
Trebonius
Portia
Ligarius
Discussion Questions
How would you describe Brutus' emotions when the scene opens?
What is the message of the letter?
Who are the conspirators?
How does this connect to betrayal?
Why is Decius able to convince Caesar to go to the capitol?
Characterize Portia.
Closure:
Use the learning target to assess how confident you feel identifying indirect characterization.
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