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Explore Romeo & Juliet: Book, Movie & School Production

Immerse in Shakespeare's classic tale through reading, critiquing the movie, and participating in a school production. Learn about the Montague and Capulet families, major characters, and key themes. End with a better grasp of this timeless story!

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Explore Romeo & Juliet: Book, Movie & School Production

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  1. 8th Grade English Mr. Calderiso

  2. Learning objectives • In accordance with SCELA Standard 1 you will: • Read William Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet” and at the end of every chapter enter a series of questions and comments in your journal. • In accordance with SCELA Standard 2 you will: • Read critiques of the movie “Romeo & Juliet” and compare them with your own journals of the book.

  3. Learningobjectives cont. • Our final 3 learning objectives are as follows: • Watch “Romeo & Juliet” starring Leonardo DiCaprio. • Write an essay about your favorite character. • Produce, perform, and/or take part in the school production • of “Romeo & Juliet”.

  4. Setting the stage

  5. The Montague family • The Montague Family consists of several important characters. • Montague and his wife, Lady Montague. • Romeo, (one of our main characters!). • Benvolio, cousin and best friend of Romeo.

  6. The Capulet family • The Capulet Family also consists of some important characters. • Capulet and his wife, Lady Capulet. • Juliet, (another main character!). • Tybalt and Rosaline are also Capulets.

  7. Other characters • There are several other characters of importance. • Prince Escalus – The Prince of Verona. • Count Paris – A suitor to Juliet. • Mercutio – Kin to Escalus and friend to Romeo. • Friar Laurence – Romeo’s confidant.

  8. conclusion • “Romeo & Juliet” is an excellent read as well as an entertaining movie. • Read the book, watch the movie, and you will grasp the main idea • with relative ease. • To see the official trailer for “Romeo & Juliet” click this link: • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpP6osQNMh0

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