Drama 2B (or not 2B!) English II

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1 Drama 2B (or not 2B!) English II

2 Academic Vocabulary for Drama Motif the recurring or dominant structure of a literary work; the intentional repetition of a word, phrase, event, or idea as a unifying theme Allegory a story that has both a literal meaning and symbolic meaning, in which characters or objects often embody abstract ideas Archetype a model image, personage, or theme that recurs in stories and myths throughout history and literature (e.g., mother figure, hero)

3 Journey of a hero - an example of an archetype commonly seen in mythology in which an adventure is presented to a would-be hero. During this adventure, the hero encounters challenges that must be overcome. Once these are overcome, the hero returns to share the benefits of his or her learning. Script - a written version of the speech and actions of performers, as in a play or film Explicit theme - the author overtly states the theme somewhere within the work

4 Implicit theme - refers to the author's ability to construct a piece in such a way that through inference the reader understands the theme Mood - the atmosphere or feeling created by the writer in a literary work or passage. Mood can be expressed through imagery, word choice, setting, voice, and theme. For example, the mood evoked in Edgar Allan Poe s work is gloomy and dark. Tone - the author s particular attitude, either stated or implied in the writing

5 THE NEW COLOSSUS by Emma Lazarus Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame, With conquering limbs astride from land to land, Here at our sea-washed, sunset- gates shall stand A mighty woman with a torch, whose flame Is the imprisoned lightning, and her name Mother of Exiles. From her beacon-hand Glows world-wide welcome, her mild eyes command The air-bridged harbor that twin-cities frame. Keep, ancient lands, your storied pomp! cries she, With silent lips. Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore; Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!

6 Warmup, Nov. 4 Allusion - Review Colossus is an ancient Greek statue of the Greek figure Helios. It s on the island of Rhodes near Greece. It was built to celebrate a victory over an invading nation. It was over 100 ft. tall and was one of the tallest structures of the ancient world. Answer in your journal: THINK: What did this Colossus symbolize? Write complete sentences.

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8 What are the similarities and differences between the American Dream of Ellis Island and the American Dream depicted in the music video? With a partner, make a Venn diagram on a piece of notebook paper with your responses.

9 Journal Response, Nov. 5 Think about yesterday s discussion. What is your American Dream? Answer in 2-3 complete sentences.

10 Anticipation Guide - answer in your packet. A Raisin in the Sun -- TRUE/FALSE 1). You should hold onto your dreams; if you work hard enough for them they will come true. 2). Once children are grown, their parents are no longer responsible to provide them with money and housing. 3). We should think of the United States as a melting pot in which people from many cultures leave their differences behind and only follow American customs and traditions. 4). Neighbors have the right to decide what kind of community they want to have including who lives in that neighborhood. 5). A parent and child often disagree about the way the child should live his/her life. 6). Most people don t try hard enough to help with other people s problems. 7). When someone insults you, it is best to turn the other cheek. 8). Based on the above statements, make 3 predications about what you think will happen in the play, A Raisin in the Sun. 1). 2). 3).

11 A Raisin in the Sun p Cultural Background Author Characters Anticipation Guide

12 Motivation: 1. Write in your journal. Describe a personal dream that has not been realized. It may be an individual dream (to save money to buy a skateboard), a cooperative dream (to win the soccer championship), a family dream (to take a trip to California). 2. Draw a symbol that represents this dream. 3. Then, make a list of obstacles that impeded your ability to achieve this dream.

13 A Raisin in the Sun Author: Lorraine Hansberry

14 Background Lorraine Hansberry ( ) Written in the 1950 s Deals with many of the issues of the times A Raisin in the Sun was the first play written by a black woman to be produced on Broadway. Won New York Drama Critics Award Cannes Film Festival Special Award for

15 Takes Place During The Civil Rights Movement s Even though many Constitution Amendments were made regarding African American rights after the Civil War, they were still denied many of their civil rights a full century later state legislatures had written laws to prevent blacks and whites from living as equals called Jim Crow laws continued to separate the races in restaurants, schools, theaters, parks, and other public facilities in many states in the South.

16 The Civil Rights Movement Blacks in the North and West faced discrimination, or poor treatment based on race, in housing and the job market, among other areas. Police and citizens alike enforced the separation of races vigorously. The play directly addresses the issue of segregated housing in the US This was legally enforced in the 1950 s

17 Civil Rights Movement During the 1950 s and 60 s African Americans boldly regected the humiliating practice of forced separation The NAACP worked on behalf of African Americans to end discrimination, segregation and to provide equal opportunities for all By the 60 s Civil Rights demonstrations became common and resulted in much new legislation although peoples attitudes would take much longer to change.

18 Setting Takes place in the 1950s on the south side of Chicago African American family All family members live in 1 bedroom apartment house with a shared bathroom Pre-Civil Rights movement; segregation Family dreams of freedom; something better the American Dream

19 Hansberry Documentary

20 Beginning of Play

21 Act I, Scene 1

22 Vocabulary ally: a supporter anguish: agony, distress bearing: posture; the manner in which one carries oneself commence: to begin; to start conspicuously: noticeably, obviously contradictions: differences between two things that mean both cannot be true defiance: rebelliousness, boldness devilment: mischief, troublemaking

23 doggedly: persistently, resolutely expectancy: anticipation; hope feebly: weakly flit: to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another furtively: stealthily, secretly futile: useless graft: slang money gained through illegal or dishonest means

24 Crossover Short Answer Read the poem, A Dream Deferred. Use the A.C.E. method - How is the theme in the poem similar to ARITS?

25 Answer Sentence Stem Both the poem A Dream Deferred and the play A Raisin in the Sun share the theme of.

26 Cite Sentence Stem #1 In the poem, Hughes mentions.

27 Cite Sentence Stem #2 Similarly, in the play, the playwright mentions.

28 Explain Sentence Stem In both the examples from the selections, the theme of is explained by.

29 Persuasive Prompt Prompt: At the end of the play, the Younger family prepares to move into a brand new, unwelcoming neighborhood. Despite the obvious drawbacks, most of the characters are upbeat about this change. Write an essay about whether you feel life will be better for Travis as he grows up in his new house and neighborhood or not. Persuade your audience that your view is correct by using examples from the play and life.

30 Thesis Write a thesis statement. Example: Life will be better/worse for Travis as he grows up in his new house and neighborhood because,, and.

31 1st Topic Sentence First, life for Travis would/would not be better in an unwelcoming neighborhood because.

32 Supporting Details Write 2-3 sentences explaining your 1st main topic.

33 2nd Topic Sentence Another reason life for Travis would/would not be better in an unwelcoming neighborhood is because.

34 Supporting Details Write 2-3 sentences explaining your 1st main topic.

35 3rd Topic Sentence A final reason life for Travis would/would not be better in an unwelcoming neighborhood is because.

36 Supporting Details Write 2-3 sentences explaining your 1st main topic.

37 Restate Thesis,, and will make life better/worse for Travis as he grows up in his new house and neighborhood. Add 1-2 more sentences to conclude your essay.