Friday, September 6, 2019

Caesar 2.1


September 9, 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

Based on your STEAL chart, describe the character you analyzed.
Then, create one personal connection between the character and you.

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.

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Activity: 


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?

3.  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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