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Grade Level:
9 - 12
Literary Form:
British Drama 16 Lesson Plans/21 Handouts/86 Pages
Description:
A historical tragedy, Macbeth plays a personal struggle of conscience against the background of civil strife and concern for social order in Scotland. Shakespeare’s warning about untempered human ambition still resonates with modern audiences, prompting discussion of the lure of power, success, and wealth.
Activities:
Students conduct an in-depth analysis of characters, plot, atmosphere, irony, imagery, and dialogue. They also create genealogy charts and examine the structural elements of Shakespearean tragedy.
Supplementary materials include a glossary, essay topics, research projects, and a quiz and test with answer keys.
Ethical Values:
Loyalty Peace Respect Truth
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