Macbeth Act 1, Scenes 1-3

September 22, 2017

E.Q: Connect the ideas of destiny to Macbeth.

Understand direct and indirect characterization.

Identify characteristics in the play. 

Obj: I can connect ideas of destiny to Macbeth.

I can understand direct and indirect characerization.

I can identify characteristics in the play.

Starter: 

Free Write Friday!!!!

Reminder, this is a half page, double spaced.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Characterization

Part of speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: he creation or construction of a fictional character.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Describe your favorite character from a book, movie, or tv show.

Activity: 

1.  Direct and Indirect Characterization 

Read through the article and take notes on the first page. 

We will use this STEAL chart frequently, so make sure you understand the components.

2.    Macbeth

Scenes 1-3

Characters

1st Witch

2nd Witch

3rd Witch 

Duncan

Malcolm 

Sergeant

Ross

Lennox

Banquo

Angus
Macbeth

What do the witches foretell?

Connect their prophesies to the idea of destiny.

What are the relationships between the characters?

What is the conflict that exists at the beginning of the story?

3.   Macbeth Movie

Together we will watch the clip that coincides with what we read today in class.
Consider how it compares and contrasts to the original publication.

4.  Character Double Entry Journal 

Create a copy of this template and move it to your assignments folder.
Find at least three quotes that relate to Macbeth's character.
Make sure that you also include your reaction,

Closure:

How well do you understand the STEAL chart?
Explain your reasoning.