‘Macbeth’: writing nuanced responses about the role of masculinity in the play
I can write an extended essay about the role of masculinity in 'Macbeth'.
‘Macbeth’: writing nuanced responses about the role of masculinity in the play
I can write an extended essay about the role of masculinity in 'Macbeth'.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- An evaluative thesis should be used to centre your argument
- Topic sentences should be used to support your thesis.
- Word classes, semantic fields or language device analysis are required to analyse Shakespeare’s purpose, in detail
- Context should be interwoven and selected to support your argument
- Conclusions should have a razor sharp focus on the writer's message
Keywords
Construct - a construct is something which has been carefully crafted by the author for a specific reason or message.
Foil - a foil is a character who contrasts with another to highlight their differences.
Chivalric code - the chivalric code is an informal code of conduct that many men agreed to live by. It included honour, honesty and loyalty.
Patrilineal - a patrilineal society bases lineage or ancestry from the male descendants.
Hamartia - hamartia is a character’s fatal flaw.
Common misconception
Pupils believe that all exam questions need unique ideas and responses.
When looking at the question in the first learning cycle, ask pupils if they can use ideas/arguments from previous 'Macbeth' essays.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' for this lesson.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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