We’ll start with the Autobio Letter. We’ll take some time to get a peer to look at it and then a bit of time to write in class.

Readers: Check to see that all 5 parts are there and–most importantly–that each paragraph contains specific details.

Next, we’ll fly through 1.6 to get to 1.7. We’ll read it in class and then analyze the thinking Macbeth goes through in agonizing over whether to kill the King.

We’ll answer questions about Act I in small groups.

Then, we’ll see 2.1 on the screen and analyze the “Is this a dagger I see before me” individually.

HW: Finish Autobiographical letter (remember to have it in business letter format and to bring two copies) and finish reading Macbeth Act II.

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We’re going to keep on keeping on with the Autobiographical Letter.  The first 2 paragraphs are due as a rough draft today. We’ll have about 30 minutes to draft the last 3 for next Tuesday.  Again, the name of the game is BE SPECIFIC. It’s much easier to write about something real and concrete than blab on about something abstract and immaterial.

Next is 1.3.  We’ll take turns to read the lines and then talk about the set up.

1. Who is Macbeth? What do we learn about him? Is he evil or being manipulated?
2. What motivation drives the witches? How could they know what would happen?
3. What about Banquo? How does his prophesy differ from Macbeth’s and how does he act differently towards the witches?

Then, 1.4. Which we’ll fly through and 1.5. We’ll watch in on the screen and then unpack it a little bit individually.

Hopefully, we’ll go on to analyze 1.6 though I’d be surprised if we make it to 1.7.

HW: Finish the Autobio letter rough and read Act II in Macbeth.

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We’re starting Macbeth today (perfect weather, no?), but first…

The Autobiographical letter is a part of the 10th grade curriculum and gives you a chance to reflect on your career as a learner and a student. Here’s how it works. Use this as well.

Next, we’ll look at the play as a whole and try the 32 second Macbeth activity. Can you summarize the entire play in 32 seconds? We’ll also hear an audio introduction to the play.

Act I, scene 1!  We’ll read it and then see 2 movie versions. Which is better? Why start the play this way?

Act I, scene 2! Read. What do we learn about Macbeth?  Who is he? What are his strengths and weaknesses?

Then, we’l try to work on the Thane of Glamis close reading worksheet.

HW: Read Act 1. Write a rough draft of paragraphs 1-2 in the autobio letter.