Literature, lesson #1

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 4

Friday, February 24th

Programme

- Hand-out: Literature reader

- The power of words

- Learning objectives and the SE Literature: what to expect

- How to keep a reading journal

- Literature: Lesson 1

The power of words

What do you think is said here?

The power of words, reader page 4

Learning objectives and the SE Literature,

reader page 5

How to keep a reading journal,

reader page 6

Lesson 1: Shakespeare's linguistic heritage,

reader page 7

What do you already know about
William Shakespeare?

Who was Shakespeare again?

1. Why is Shakespeare often called the 'Bard'?

2. Why is Shakespeare considered such a great artist?

Language in the Elizabethan era,

reader page 7

Assignment

Individually or in pairs, work on the vocabulary assignment.

Answer key

1. H
2. I
3. F
4. E
5. D
6. G
7. B
8. A
9. C
   

Assignment

Time left?

Start working on this in class!

- Write a reflective journal entry (page 9)

- Browse the internet, pick your favourite word of all words Shakespeare invented, look up its meaning and explain why this specific word is your favourite. Bring it next class!