Today, we handed that in. It was quickly marked and returned.
Today, we wrote a quiz (out of 15) up to and including where we've read in Romeo and Juliet. We've read to the end of Act 2 scene 4.
The bulk of today's class was spent preparing ourselves for the English 10 final exam. We spent much time examining the scoring rubrics for the different sections and then students tried marking real student essays themselves.
The result? Most students realize that they'll do fine on the test. My goal for student, though, is not to just 'do fine': my goal is for students to achieve a full grade level above what they usually achieve.
For Friday, students will be reading aloud the remaining 2 scenes from Act 2. Then they'll be working on these questions:
Act 2
Scene iii
1. This is not a question. Ignore this.
2. How does Romeo explain his that his love for Juliet is different from his love for Rosaline? Why is the Friar skeptical? (2)
3. Why, despite his misgivings, does the Friar agree to marry Romeo and Juliet? (1)
Scene iv
1. The verbal duel between Mercutio and Romeo reveals a distinct change in Romeo. Explain. (2)
Scene v
1. Describe how the contrast between youth and age is presented in this scene. Suggest how this contrast is significant in the play. (2)
Scene vi
1. How is the tragic outcome of the marriage between Romeo and Juliet foreshadowed in this scene?(1)
2. Contrast the attitudes of Romeo and Friar Laurence towards love. Support your statements. (4)
