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To build knowledge of the historical context of the play 'Macbeth'

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To build knowledge of the historical context of the play 'Macbeth'

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  1. In this lesson, we will look at the author William Shakespeare and the time period in which the play, 'Macbeth', was written. Then we will explore different types of plays and end on a brief introduction into the play.
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UnitEnglish / Macbeth - Narrative writing

English