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Insights on Elizabethan Society in Romeo and Juliet

Delve deeper into the Patriarchal Elizabethan society and its influence on Romeo and Juliet's story. Analyze the characters' actions within the historical context, and explore themes of obedience, marriage, and gender roles. Discuss Freytag's Pyramid in Act 4 and watch a short film adaptation.

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Insights on Elizabethan Society in Romeo and Juliet

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  1. Romeo and Juliet Lesson 7: Act 3, Scene 5 & Act 4

  2. Act 3, Scene 5

  3. A bit more historical information • Elizabethan society was much different to today: it was Patriarchal. • Men ruled every aspect of life and had complete control over the women in their family. Women would not dare disobey: they would be disowned and have nowhere to go. • Women stayed at home. They were not educated and did not work. • Once a marriage had been consummated, the wedding vows were sacred and the woman belonged to the man. Linking this to the story …

  4. Some questions • Do you agree or disagree with these statements? (Remember to use examples to justify your answers!) • Juliet is disrespectful towards her parents for “giving thanks” to Paris’ marriage proposal. • Juliet is a heroine and Romeo is a coward. • Romeo and Juliet’s behaviour is typical teenage behaviour.

  5. Act 4 • Freytag’s Pyramid: Falling Action = the unravelling of the plot, often with some suspense. • What happens in this act? • Scene 1: Friar Lawrence has a cunning plan. • Scene 2: Juliet agrees to marry Paris. • Scene 3: The Friar’s plan is put into action. • Scene 4: Juliet and Paris’ wedding day dawns. • Scene 5: Oops, there’s a spanner in the works.

  6. A short film adaptation of Act 4

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