the quality or character of a particular person or thing that distinguishes them from others of the same kind

the ability to make your own decisions about what to do

a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not convenient

'Romeo and Juliet': exploring the theme of individuality

English

In this unit, pupils explore the tragedy of societal expectations in 'Romeo and Juliet'. They look at the problem through a range of different prisms, including the tension between individualism and the status quo. They plan and write an essay on Shakespeare's presentation of societal expectations.

Shakespeare: the third deep dive

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Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' is a __________ play.

'The quality or character of a particular person or thing that distinguishes them from others of the same kind' is the definition of which word beginning with 'i'?

In modern society, being an individual means which of the following?

In the sixteenth century, individuality was seen as which of the following?

In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', Shakespeare arguably shows Romeo experiencing social {{ }} as a result of his individuality.

'The ability to make your own decisions about what to do' is the definition of which word beginning with 'a'?

trying to mend the feud between their parents

In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', Romeo and Juliet marry in secret. Which of the following are they doing through their marriage?

In Elizabethan England, children were expected to do which of the following?

In Act 1, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', Romeo is positioned __________ the street fight between the Montagues and Capulets.

'A result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not convenient' is the definition of which word beginning with 'c'?

Complete the quotation from the prologue of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet': "From ancient {{ }} break to new mutiny".

doesn't relate to stereotypes of masculinity

In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', Romeo feels love deeply and thinks that it defines his identity. How does this view of love relate to stereotypes of masculinity in Elizabethan England?

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