Wednesday, March 4, 2020

The Lion King

March 5, 2020

RL.11-12.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including words with multiple meanings or language that is particularly engaging.

RL.11-12.7 Analyze multiple interpretations of a story, drama, or poem, evaluating how each version interprets the source text. 


Obj: I can determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in Hamlet and analyze the impact of specific word choices and how they depict the human condition.
I can analyze Hamlet and the Lion King, evaluating how each version interprets the source.

Starter

Finish filling out the Socratic seminar observation checklist from yesterday. 
Then, on the back of the paper, write a five sentence reflection on the quality of the seminar. 

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Vocabulary: 

Word; Euphemism
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing.
"“downsizing” as a euphemism for cuts"
Your Definition:
Activity:Find another example to include. 

Word: Interpretation
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: a stylistic representation of a creative work or dramatic role
Your Definition: 
Activity:  Compare Shakespeare's Hamlet to Disney's the Lion King. 

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Activity: 

1.  The Lion King

As a class, we will watch the Lion King.
Complete the Tri Venn Diagram while you watch.
The circles should be labelled Shakespeare, Royal Shakespeare Company, and Disney.
You must have five points in each circle.

Closure: 
What did you learn about the human condition from watching the Lion King? 

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