Translating Shakespeare

Background: The English language has changed a lot over the last few hundred years and it is still changing! Many words in use during Shakespeare's day either have different meanings today or have been nearly forgotten. Here is a list of some of the most common words in Shakespeare with which you might not be familiar.

art—are……”if thou art moved, thou runn'st away.”anon—right now, OR “I come right away”……. “Anon, good nurse! Speak!”ay—yes……”Is the law of our side, if I say ay?”dost or doth—do…… “Dost thou fall upon thy face?”ere—before……”We should turn in our assignment ere time runs out!” fain—gladly……“I fain would bake Ms. Becicka cookies if I could learn about Shakespeare!”fie—an exclamation of dismay or disgust……“Fie! Are you mad?”hark—listen……. “Hark to the owl,” OR “Hark! The herald angels sing!”hence—away…..“Get thee hence, beggar!” hie—hurry……“Hie thee hence, or lose your life!”hither—here……”come hither, my friend.”ho—hey!......”Fetch me my long sword! Ho!” marry—indeed……“He says I should respond quickly; marry, I want to.”sirrah—a term of address used for inferior men, fellow.…“Sirrah, bring the letter over here.”thee or thou—you……”Thou art a villain!” “I pray thee, hold thy peace!”whence—from where…….. “Whence came that news?” wherefore—why……“Wherefore dost thou leave?”

Assignment: Your task is to translate a passage from Romeo and Juliet from Shakespeare’s Early Modern English into the Modern English you’re familiar with today. Feel free to use slang.

RequirementsPassage is 15-20 lines long (3 pts) Passage is from Act I or has been approved by Ms. Becicka (3 pts) Speaker/s is/are clearly identified (3 pts) Translation maintains passage’s original meaning (15 pts) Passage is completely translated into “modern English” (8 pts) Is creative and easily legible (3 pts)

Total ___/35 pts

Create a prezi of at least 8 “slides” that demonstrates your understanding and interpretation of the balcony scene.

Create a Power Point of at least 8 “slides” that demonstrates your understanding and interpretation of the balcony scene. You may choose to include audio recording if you wish.

Create a virtual brochure advertising Juliet’s balcony. The brochure should include pictures, and include your understanding and interpretation of the balcony scene.

Create an Xtranormal cartoon of 2-3 minutes that recreates the balcondy scene. If you choose this option, you must alter Shakespeare’s language.

Record a video of 2-3 minutes in length that recreates the balcony scene. You may either act out Shakespeare’s text as written, or rewrite the text in your own words.

Create a Movie maker video of 2-3 minutes in length that demonstrates your understanding and interpretation of the balcony scene.

Create a Pivot Stick figure animation of 2-3 minutes in length that demonstrates your understanding and interpretation of the balcony scene.

Create a radio broadcast about the Capulet Montague feud. You just got a tip about a secret meeting between Romeo and Juliet. Offer commentary on the situation as a broadcaster and with guests from the families.

Come up with your own way to demonstrate your interpretation of the balcony scene. Be sure to get your idea approved by Ms. Becicka before you begin.

Romeo and Juliet Balcony Scene Technology Project

Your task is to create a project that demonstrates your interpretation of Romeo and Juliet Act II, scene ii. You may alter Shakespeare’s language to make it more easily comprehensible if you wish. Projects will be evaluated on your demonstration of understanding the scene. Both group members should contribute equally to the finished project. Have fun and be creative!

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Romeo and Juliet Act III Quiz

1. "A plague a both your houses! They have made worms' meat of me” is a quote spoken by:a. Romeob. Benvolioc. Tybaltd. Mercutio

2. When Juliet first finds out that Tybalt is dead, her first reaction is:a. Angerb. Sadnessc. Jealousy d. Relief

3. The Prince decrees that Romeo shall be banished. Where does he plan to go?a. Mantuab. Veronac. Romed. Padua

4. Lady Capulet is so upset about Tybalt's death that she wants someone to _________Romeo.a. Poisonb. Stabc. Banishd. Torture

5. What is Juliet’s response when she is told the news that she is to marry Paris? Has she changed since Act 1?

6. If Juliet's mother does not arrange to delay the marriage, Juliet plans to:a. Arrange to delay the marriage herselfb. Poison Parisc. Run away with Romeod. Kill herself

7. What advice does the nurse give to Juliet after Juliet refuses to marry Paris?a. Go to live with Romeob. Commit suicidec. Marry Paris and forget about Romeod. Kill Paris

8. At the end of the Act, Juliet tells her nurse that she is going to visit:a. Tybalt’s graveb. Friar Lawrencec. Romeod. Parise.

Writing Poetry like Shakespeare

Assignment: Your task is to write a sonnet following Shakespeare’s form that describes the situation of the main characters at the end of Act IV scene ii.

Sonnet Requirements: Contains 14 lines (14 pts) Is written in iambic pentameter (duh-DUH-duh-DUH-duh-DUH-duh-DUH-duh-

DUH) (7 pts) Follows the abab cdcd efef gg rhyme scheme (7pts) Successfully outlines the situation of the play up to Act IV, scene ii (12 pts) Student writes in an obvious and original voice and style (10 pts)

Total: ______/50

Suggested Process: Start by identifying the situation of the play. Consider the main points of

action up to this point. List three images or ideas related to the situation that you can describe

(one quatrain each). Write the poem to meet the rhyme scheme; don't worry yet about iambic

pentameter. Adjust the lines to make them iambic pentameter. Write/type the final poem very neatly and submit on edmodo.

Deaths of Romeo and Juliet Mock Trial Lesson

Objectives

I can form an opinion regarding the death of Romeo and Juliet and defend it using textual evidence.

I can deliver a speech and engage in discussion in a polite, well organized manor. I can identify and utilize Aristotle’s concepts of ethos, pathos, and logos to form a persuasive

argument

Anticipatory Set: Discussion: have you ever had the experience where you want to do something and you ask your parents and they’re not too sure about it? How did you attempt to persuade them to let you do it? Did it work? What are some other situations in which you’ve had to be persuasive?

Teaching: Activities- Give a short lecture on ethos, pathos, and logos using prezi: http://prezi.com/uccbssrt3mdi/aristotles-method-of-argument/Ethos, meaning ethics, insures that the audience views the rhetorician as ethical and trustworthy. Pathos, meaning emotion, is an emotional appeal to the audience. Logos, or logic, is the rationality of the argument

Explain the way the trial will work. Then, give out roles.

Charlene will work with the defendants and lawyers forming their arguments, while Anna works with the jury members discussing proper methods of discussion and reviewing the roles of characters in the play.

Predict: what pieces of evidence do you think various characters will use and why?Discuss how to have a respectful, but persuasive discussion when you deliberateDiscuss how to identify and analyze bias in an argument

Closure: Exit slip: What was the best piece of evidence given during the trial? Which appeal did it use and why was it successful? Who do you think is ultimately responsible for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet? Why?

Independent Practice: study for unit exam

Duration Total Lesson Time- Blocked: 90 min. Anticapatory set (5 min)Ethos, pathos, logos lecture (9 min) Work time (30 min)Trial (38 min)Jury Deliberation and vote (15 min)Exit slips (3 min)

Deaths of Romeo and Juliet Mock Trial

The Case: Romeo and Juliet, two tragically young people, were found dead in the Capulet vault this morning. Who is responsible for their deaths? Today, we will participate in a court case to determine the guilty party.

If you are a defendant: it is your responsibility to work with your lawyer to find evidence that indicates your innocence. Use the questions provided to get started thinking about your situation and character, but by no means feel limited by them. Your evidence should be supportable by text and aimed to convince the jury of your innocence. Split the speaking time as evenly with your lawyer as possible. You may accuse other characters, but all remarks must be respectful and appropriate. You and your lawyer will be given 3 minutes to make your case before the jury and should be prepared to respond to any questions the jury or other lawyers may have. Do your best to speak in character.

If you are a lawyer: it is your responsibility to work with your defendant to find evidence that indicates his or her innocence. Split the speaking time with your defendant as evenly as possible. Your evidence should be supportable by text and aimed to convince the jury. You may accuse other characters, but all remarks must be respectful and appropriate. You and your defendant will be given 3 minutes to make your case before the jury and should be prepared to respond to any questions the jury or other lawyers may have. After other defendants and their lawyers make their case, there will be a minute allotted for you to pose any questions you may have about their evidence.

If you are on the jury: it is your responsibility to listen attentively to each of the defendant’s cases and evaluate his or her evidence. Take notes if necessary. After each defendant and his or her lawyer have made their case, there will be a minute allotted for you to pose any questions you may have about their evidence. After all of the defendants have spoken, you will confer with the other members of the jury, analyze the evidence, and vote on whom to convict.

Everyone: use Aristotle’s concepts of ethos, pathos, and logos to appeal to your audience. Ethos, meaning ethics, insures that the audience views the rhetorician as ethical and trustworthy. Pathos, meaning emotion, is an emotional appeal to the audience. Logos, or logic, is the rationality of the argument.

On Trial (defendants):The Montagues and CapuletsFriar Lawrence Nurse Prince Escalus The Apothecary Ghosts of Romeo and Juliet

Orbital Studies Project

You have now chosen the adaptation of Romeo and Juliet you wish to explore. Your task is to examine this version of the Romeo and Juliet story and assess what aspects make Romeo and Juliet an important piece of literature in its own time and today. Remember, because this project is highly individualized, you will be responsible for finding relevant materials, taking and organizing notes, and completing the final project by Wednesday, March 6.

1. What is the central message(s) of your adaption? Is it the same as in Romeo and Juliet? 2. Consider the media of your adaption in communicating its message. As a tool of

communication, what are its strengths and weaknesses?3. Does this adaptation appeal to the viewer's reason or emotion? How does it make you feel?4. How does this adaptation differ from Shakespeare’s play? Why do you think this is so? 5. How does the longevity of the Romeo and Juliet and the changes in its adaptation

demonstrate continuity and change in cultural values?

Product reflects an ability to compare and contrast the Romeo and Juliet story across times and cultures (20 pts)

Product expresses important concepts form the original play and adaptation (15 pts) Product is neat; organized; and contains few spelling, grammar, and mechanics mistakes

(10 pts) Product reflects an understanding of the value of literature as a cultural creation (10 pts) Ideas are combined in original and surprising ways to address the assignment (10 pts) Product is interesting, original, and creative (10 pts) Class time was used appropriately and productively (5 pts)

Total _____/80 pts.

Romeo and Juliet Character Map

Your task is to create a graphic organizer that demonstrates the relationships between various characters in the play Romeo and Juliet.

Your final graphic should:Represent AT LEAST 13 characters (13 pts.)Include a brief description for each character (15 pts.) Clearly show the relationships between characters (15 pts.) Have neat and attractive presentation (5 pts.)Demonstrate a productive use of class time (2 pts.)

Total ______/50 pts.

Suggestions: Consider using various colors and/or line patterns to demonstrate similarities and differences

between characters. If you do this, you may need to include a key. Consider labeling lines between characters such as “in love” or “feuding” Create a sketch of your ideas before beginning your final version.

Feel free to use Prezi, Bubbl, LucidChart, MindMeister, or another online mind mapping platform to create your graphic. You may also hand draw your graphic if you would prefer.

Romeo and Juliet Unit Exam

Directions: This test has seven parts: matching, multiple choice, true-false, match the quote, literary terms, short answer, and essay. Unless otherwise noted, each question in the first six sections is worth one point. Each of two essays is worth 15 points.

Take your time. Do your best. Good luck!

MATCHING: match each character with the role he or she had in the play

_________1. Balthasar a. leader of Verona_________2. Benvolio b. wanted to marry Juliet, but did not_________3. County Paris c. servant to Juliet_________4. Friar John d. married Romeo to Juliet_________5. Tybalt e. encourages Romeo to go to Capulet’s feast_________6. Apothecary f. nephew of Lady Capulet_________7. Prince Escalus g. leader of the family_________8. Mercutio h. cousin to Romeo_________9. Nurse i. Niece of Lord Montague_________10. Friar Lawrence j. killed Tybalt_________11. Romeo k. servant of Romeo

l. didn't give message to Romeom. gave the potion to Romeo

MULTIPLE CHOICE: Choose the word or phrase that best completes each sentence.

1. When the play opens, Romeo is in love witha. himself b. Juliet c. Angelica d. Rosaline

2. Romeo agrees to go to the Capulet's party because hea. loves to dance c. can't wait to see Julietb. wants to see Rosaline d. wants to fight with Tybalt

3. Through his actions, we see that Tybalt's nature is to a. make jokes c. do the right thingb. flirt with all the girls d. fight

4. When Juliet says, "Wherefore art thou Romeo" she is sayinga. Where are you, Romeo? c. When can I see you, Romeo?b. Who is Romeo? d. Why are you "Romeo"?

5. Romeo and Juliet agree to marry after knowing each other for a. a few hours b. a few days c. a few months d. a few years

6. The Friar agrees to perform Romeo and Juliet's marriage in the hopes that it willa. give him more workb. stop the feud between the Capulets and the Montaguesc. get Romeo to stick to one girld. teach the Montagues a lesson

7. When Romeo interferes in the fight between Tybalt and Mercutio,a. Benvolio defends Mercutiob. Tybalt, under Romeo's arm, stabs Mercutio

c. Benvolio, under Romeo's arm, stabs Tybaltd. Capulet defends Tybalt

8. When Mercutio says, "A plague on both your houses," he has just beena. stabbed by Tybalt and is about to die.b. informed of the weddingc. banished for fightingd. sentenced to death by the prince

9. After Romeo killed Tybalt, Romeo directly went to hide at a. Mantua c. Benvolio's houseb. home d. Friar Laurence's cell

10. When the Nurse brings news of Tybalt's death, Juliet a. at first thinks Romeo has been killedb. swears she never wants to see Romeo againc. is gladd. orders the Nurse to leave

11. Why does Paris visit Friar Lawrence? a. to mourn the death of Mercutio c. to make sure Romeo won’t returnb. because he wants to marry Juliet d. to get some medicine

12. Juliet finally agrees to marry Paris because a. he is handsome c. she cannot resist her fatherb. he is wealthy d. The Friar advised her to pretend that she agrees

13. The person who brings news of Juliet's death to Romeo isa. Balthasar b. Tybalt c. Benvolio d. Friar John

14. As Juliet prepares to drink the potion, her main thoughts are abouta. tricking Paris c. rejoining Romeob. waking up alone in the tomb d. disappointing her father

15. Minutes before Juliet awakens,a. Romeo and Paris fight and kill each otherb. Romeo dies and Paris poisons himselfc. Friar Laurence arrives in time to save Romeod. Romeo kills Paris and then poisons himself

16. Friar Laurence's plans fail because a. Juliet cannot take the drugb. the letter doesn't get delivered to Romeoc. Romeo will not leave Veronad. the nurse tells the Capulets about the plan

17. Paris attacks Romeo at the tomb because Paris believes Romeoa. is going to kill him.b. has come to damage the dead bodies or tomb

c. is a murderer who should be killed. d. married Juliet before he did.

18. Juliet, the last of the major characters to die on stage, diesa. by poisoning herselfb. from a heart attack because of griefc. from fright in the scary tombd. by stabbing herself

TRUE OR FALSE: Mark “T” for true and an “F” for false. Make sure your letters are clear and legible. Letters that cannot be made out will receive 0 credit.

21. After stopping the first fight on Verona's streets, the Prince says that if a Capulet or Montague disturbs the peace again, the punishment will be banishment.

22. Romeo and his friends wear masks to the Capulet feast

23. During the Capulet feast, Tybalt becomes upset when he discovers Rosaline talking with Romeo

24. Upon hearing the Prince's sentence of banishment, Romeo is relieved and grateful.

25. When Juliet refuses to marry Paris, Capulet says she must marry Paris or find another home.

26. The Nurse advises Juliet to marry Count Paris.

27. Romeo and Juliet marry without their parents knowing.

28. When she discovers that Romeo is dead, Juliet kills herself by drinking the poison that remains in the bottle.

MATCH THE QUOTE: Read the following quotes and write the character who said it and to whom it was addressed (2 pt. each). Note: the speaker may be speaking to him or herself

29. "O, I see that the fairy, Queen Mab, has been with you."

30. "But soft! what light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun."

31. "I wish I were a glove on her hand so that I could touch her cheek."

32. "What's in a name? The thing which we call a rose would smell just as sweet if it had any other name."

33. "Come! Come with me and we'll make this ceremony short. You shall not be alone, until the holy church joins you two together."

34. "No, it's not as deep as a well, or as wide as a church door. But it's enough, it will serve. Ask for me tomorrow and you'll find me a grave man."

35. "Tybalt wanted to kill you, but you killed him. You are fortunate. The law that threatened your death became your friend and gave you exile. You are fortunate."

36. "I'll never be satisfied with Romeo until I see him--dead--is my poor heart, so upset am I about my cousin's death."

37. "Take this bottle, and when you're in bed, drink this distilled liquor. Immediately, a cold and quieting liquid shall run through all your veins. Your pulse will stop. There'll be no warmth or breath to prove that you're alive."

38. "O, faithful pharmacist! Your drugs are quick. With this kiss I die."

39. "Noise! Then I'll be brief. What luck--a dagger! This is your holder. Rest there and let me die."

LITERARY TERMS: Below is a list of literary terms. Choose the literary term that best matches the definition.

a. Oxymoron b. Dramatic Irony c. Soliloquy d. Conceit e. None of the above

40. The words or acts of a character in a play that may carry a meaning unperceived by himself but understood by the audience. Usually the character's own interests are involved in a way he cannot understand.

41. A speech delivered by a character alone on stage to allow people to know what he or she is thinking or feeling.

42. a pair of words that are normally contradictory used next to eachother

43. an extended comparison between two unlike things

44. a type of poem with 14 lines and a structured rhyme and meter

SHORT ANSWER:

46. What is the purpose of the prologue? (2 pts)

47. What is the decision at the end of the balcony scene? (2 pts)

48. Why do the Capulets plan for Juliet to marry Paris? (2 pts)

49. List at least 3 different things Juliet worries about before she drinks the potion. (3 pts)

50. What happened to the message intended for Romeo about the plan? Why didn't it get to him? (2 pts)

51. Which character dies as a result of grief in Act V? (1 pt)

52. Who is “Queen Mab” and why is there a speech about her? (2 pts)

53. How does Juliet respond in Act III when she is told she will have to marry Paris? (2 pts)

54. What is the nurse’s relationship with Juliet? How would you describe the nurse’s personality? (3 pts)

55. What is Romeo’s reaction when he learns that he has been banished? (2 pts)

56. Does the nurse support Juliet and Romeo’s marriage? Explain. (2 pts)

ESSAY: choose TWO of the following questions and write a well-organized response. Be sure to use evidence from the text to support your claims. Responses should be neat and legible (15 points each).

1. Some readers consider the final scene in which both Romeo and Juliet die to be triumphant, while others read it as tragic and unnecessary. Which reading do you think Shakespeare wanted the play’s viewers to

take away? Which reading do you support?

2. Who is most to blame for the ending of the play? Romeo and Juliet? Lord and Lady Capulet and Montague? Friar Lawrence? The Prince? The Nurse? Choose ONE or TWO of these and argue why they are to blame.

3. Juliet is a young girl who shoulders a lot of responsibility and manages difficult situations. Discuss Juliet's maturity level as compared to Romeo's. Compare Juliet early in the play with Juliet later in the play. How and When did she change? Why did those changes occur?

4. Describe the Capulet and Montague families. How did the families shape the young Romeo and Juliet? Are the couple’s actions a result of their families? Why or why not?

Extra Credit (up to 2 points total):

1. Juliet and Rosaline never meet during the play. Write what you think they would say to eachother if they did.

2. Imagine you were Romeo or Juliet, what would you have done differently? 3. Write a poem or rap based on the events of the play.

Journal and Discussion Questions from Class

I.i. 1. How does Shakespeare start the play so that he gains the attention of the audience? What is the purpose of the prologue?

2. Note lines 60-68. Our first introductions to Benvolio and Tybalt come during these lines. What do they reveal about their characters?3. Highlight lines 92-93. What is the tone of the Prince’s speech? In these lines he makes a new decree. What is it, and why is it important?

I.ii.1. In this scene Lord Capulet talks to Paris about marrying Juliet. What reason does he give for not wanting Juliet to marry at this time (lines 7-11)?

2. Highlight line 16-17. On what condition will Lord Capulet agree to Juliet’s marriage with Paris? What does this reveal about Lord Capulet’s love for his daughter?

I.iii1. What is the nurse’s relationship with Juliet? How would you describe the nurse’s personality? 2. Highlight lines 61-62. What is the nurse’s one wish for Juliet? 3. When Lady Capulet asks Juliet how she feels about being married, what is Juliet’s answer (line 66), and what does it reveal about her character? 4. Lady Capulet’s lines 81-94 compose a conceit--in this case, between Paris and a book that needs to be bound. What does Lady Capulet see in Paris that would make him a good match for Juliet? What is Lady Capulet’s attitude toward love and marriage?

I.iv.1. Why does Romeo feel uneasy about going to the party?

2. Highlight lines 40-85. What differences between Romeo and Mercutio do these lines suggest?

3. Who is “Queen Mab” and why does Mercutio give a speech about her?

I.v.1. How does Romeo’s speech about his love for Juliet compare to his speeches about being in love with Rosaline? 2. Tybalt recognizes Romeo’s voice at the party and tries to start a fight. What two reasons does Lord Capulet give for stopping him (lines 64-70)? What threat does Tybalt make as he agrees to withdraw? 

II.ii.1. Why does Romeo compare Juliet to the sun? Why is the moon envious? 2. Highlight lines 33-36. Juliet is still unaware that Romeo is nearby. Why is this important?

 

II.iii.1. What does Romeo tell Friar Laurence, and what does he want from the Friar? (lines 43-64)

 2. What reason does Friar Laurence give for agreeing to marry Romeo and Juliet? (lines 88-91)

II.iv.1. Examine lines 1-36. What do we learn from the exchange between Benvolio and Mercutio?

2. What message does Romeo urge the nurse to give to Juliet (lines 160-170)?

II.v.1. At the beginning of the scene, the nurse knows Juliet is impatient, but she keeps putting her off. Why do

you think the nurse does this?

2. What effect is created by making Juliet’s last line in the scene rhyme with the nurse’s?

II.vi.1. How do Friar Lawrence’s motives in marrying Romeo and Juliet differ from the couple’s motives?

III.i.1. Why do you think Tybalt approaches Mercutio and Benvolio and wants a “word” with one of them (line 35)? 2. Mercutio tries to provoke Tybalt to fight (lines 37-38). Why doesn’t Tybalt want to fight?

3. Highlight lines 65-69. Explain the meaning of the lines and the dramatic irony of the situation

4. Even when he is dying, Mercutio continues to joke and to make puns. Explain the pun he makes in lines 93-101.   5. Highlight lines 182-184. What is Lord Montagues’ reasoning in his attempt to persuade the Prince not to kill Romeo for killing Tybalt? 6. What is the Prince’s decree, and what are the reasons he gives for making it (lines 185-196)?

III.ii.1. In lines 37-68 the nurse confuses Juliet as she tells Juliet of the fight. What misconception does Juliet make?

III.iii.1. Highlight line 12. What is Romeo’s reaction when he learns that he has been banished? 2. Explain Friar Laurence’s plan (lines 146-154).

III.iv.1. What is Ironic about the scene with Paris and Lord and Lady Capulet?

III.v.1. What is Juliet’s response when she is told the news that she is to marry Paris (lines 117-124)? Has she changed since Act 1? If so, how?   2. What does the Nurse advise Juliet to do (lines 215-227)? What is her reasoning?

IV.i.1. Why is Paris visiting Friar Laurence? 2. Highlight lines 68-76. The Friar says he has thought of a way out of Juliet’s situation, but what would it require? 3. What is Juliet’s answer to the Friar in her effort to convince him that she will do anything to avoid the marriage with Paris (lines 77-89)?

V.i. 1. What news does Balthasar bring? How does this disrupt the Friar’s plan?

 2. What does Romeo decide to do after he hears Balthasar’s story (lines 32-57)?

V.ii.1. What story does Friar John tell Friar Laurence as explanation as to why he could not deliver the letter to Romeo?

V.iii.1. Highlight lines 91-96. What does Romeo notice about Juliet? Explain the dramatic irony. 2. Is the feud solved at the end of the play? How does Montague propose honoring the memory of Romeo and Juliet? (286-302)

3. Who do you think is ultimately responsible for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet?

4. Romeo and Juliet are very young. Do you think they were mature enough to make the decisions they did throughout the play? Did they mature or grow throughout the play?

5. What are the differences between the Capulets and the Montagues? Was it those differences which divided the houses? Do our differences ultimately define us?