'Romeo and Juliet': writing a nuanced response on societal expectations
I can write a nuanced response on societal expectations in 'Romeo and Juliet'.
'Romeo and Juliet': writing a nuanced response on societal expectations
I can write a nuanced response on societal expectations in 'Romeo and Juliet'.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- An essay should have a strong central argument.
- Use an evaluative or critical thesis to “hang” your essay on and support with clear topic sentences.
- Analysis of writer's methods should be interwoven and used to support each other.
- Context should be highly selective and used to add to your argument.
- Essays should focus on the writer’s intentions - the conclusion is an opportunity to summarise this.
Keywords
Intention - something that you want and plan to do; an aim
Evaluative - making an informed judgment based on careful analysis and consideration of the text
Nuanced - has subtle details that make it complex and interesting
Critical response - a thorough explanation of your understanding of a text
Societal expectations - the beliefs and norms that a society holds about how individuals should behave and act
Common misconception
Using counter-arguments throughout your essay makes it a stronger argument.
You should have one clear, critical response to the question that informs your whole essay.
Equipment
You may wish to have a copy of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' for this lesson.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of mental health issues
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
overarching argument of the entire essay
explains the focus of the individual paragraph
analysis of methods
summarises the individual paragraph