Macbeth assignments

Here is a list of assignments for Macbeth. Please note that this is a brief summary, and that more detailed explanations will follow in class.

Please choose 4 of the following assignments, to be handed in at the end of Act IV
You must choose at least one from numbers 1,2,3 and 4.

1) Paraphrasing activity: Words Ancient and Modern (handout from me)

2) Write a 2 page summary of one of the Macbeth articles (see me for a copy)

3) Write a paragraph (including citations) about
a) the blood imagery in Macbeth or
b) the light and dark imagery in Macbeth

4) Write a short newspaper article (200-300 words) reporting on one of the events in Macbeth (Duncan's murder, the murder of Banquo, etc.)

5) Cast the actors for a movie version of Macbeth, then create a sociogram relating the characters. For example, Angelina Jolie as Lady Macbeth, or Marge Simpson as a witch. Include pictures of the actors/TV characters and show how each character is connected. This is best presented on a poster.

6) Make a list of 8-10 figures of speech/literary devices used in Macbeth. Please include the quote and the name of the device, along with 1-2 sentences of your own analysis.

7) Design a set for one scene of Macbeth. This may be drawn or built--whichever you decide. Include the audience, curtains, stage, props, etc.

8) Write a poem based on Lady Macbeth (minimum 10 lines)

9) memorize a short speech or soliloquay and perform it for the class, or tape record it for me including background music and sound effects.

10) create a costume for one character in the play. Include the actual costume or a visual representation with labels. Then, write 4-5 sentences explaining your choice of colours, style, etc. For example, if you chose to dress Lady Macbeth in pants, you would perhaps explain this by writing that she longs to leave behind her womanliness etc..

Welcome to our Macbeth Blog!

Hello everyone

I have started this blog as a way to help you better understand the play we are about to begin--Shakespeare's Macbeth. Throughout the unit, we will use this blog for discussions. You will be asked to post once a week, in response to a specific discussion question. In addition, I will be posting summaries of each scene as we read through the play. Feel free to explore this blog--I will be adding links to useful websites as well as anything else I find of interest.

If you have missed a class, please check the blog, as you will find notes on the scenes you missed, and will be able to catch up quite easily.

I hope you enjoy this blog and feel free to post comments in response to any posts, as well as any questions you may have about assignments, homework, or the play in general.

Thank you and I am looking forward to beginning this play with you!