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Written analysis of Othello in Act 1, Scene 3
I can write a detailed paragraph of analysis about Othello in Act 1, Scene 3.
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Year 9
Written analysis of Othello in Act 1, Scene 3
I can write a detailed paragraph of analysis about Othello in Act 1, Scene 3.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Evaluative adjectives should be used in topic sentences, not devices.
- A participle phrase can be added to a topic sentence to comment on the writer's purpose or links to context.
- You could outline the moment in the plot, before quoting.
- Use multiple linking quotations, exploring language connotations and devices.
Keywords
Esteemed - Held in great respect or admired.
Modest - Having a moderate estimate of one’s merits or importance.
Eloquent - Fluent, clear or persuasive in speech.
Blank verse - Poetry written in unrhymed but metered lines, usually in iambic pentameter.
Common misconception
Topic sentences are not worth spending much time on, the discussion of techniques is more important.
To make a paragraph even more effective, a topic sentence can be elevated in many ways to make writing clear and specific with a firm voice.
Show pupil work on the visualiser from previous units, where perhaps the points could have been made stronger. Compare it to the topic sentences they create in this lesson.
Teacher tip
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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Lesson video
Starter quiz
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6 Questions
Q1.
What happens in Act 1 Scene 3 of 'Othello' between Othello and Brabantio?
Brabantio attacks Othello.
Brabantio forces Othello to separate from Desdemona.
Q2.
In Act 1 Scene 3 of 'Othello', how does Othello react to Brabantio's accusations that Othello has used witchcraft on Desdemona?
angrily
violently
Q3.
In Shakespeare's 'Othello', how did Desdemona and Othello fall in love according to Othello?
Desdemona saw Othello on the battlefield and thought he was strong.
They were good friends and realised they had a romantic connection.
Q4.
How do you know Othello is eloquent from Act 1 Scene 3 of 'Othello'?
he isn't bitter towards Brabantio
he is called 'valiant'
Q5.
What is interesting about Iago and Brabantio’s perception of Othello and Othello’s presentation in Act 1 Scene 3 of 'Othello'?
Iago and Brabantio have very positive opinions of Othello which are proven right
Iago and Brabantio have very negative opinions of Othello which are proven right
Q6.
After Act 1 Scene 3 of 'Othello', why might Othello’s impending downfall be all the more tragic?
his hamartia is obvious in Act 1 Scene 3
Iago manipulates him in Act 1 Scene 3
Exit quiz
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6 Questions
Q1.
Which sentence uses a participle phrase correctly?
Shakespeare shows Iago's misplaced beliefs.
Shakespeare presents Othello as honourable.
Q2.
What is the most effective way to introduce a quote in a paragraph?
''This is shown when it says...''
''For example...''
Q3.
How does Othello speak in Act 1 Scene 3 of 'Othello'? What reveals his eloquence?
rhyming couplets
prose
Q4.
What is true of using quotes in a paragraph?
one quote per paragraph is enough
your quote can only be used if you are performing single word analysis
Q5.
What quote proves Othello is modest in 'Othello'?
''devoured my discourse''
“send for the lady …and let her speak of me before her father”
Q6.
Why might Othello be so modest as a character in Shakespeare's 'Othello'?
Desdemona only married him for money.
He has lost many battles at war despite being a general.