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WEBQUEST Othello |
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In exploring William Shakespeare's tale of jealousy, manipulation, ambition and murder, you will be asked to consider character development as you consider casting the play, listen to a clip regarding character, view some video of various productions, considering directors' choices, and explore Shakespeare's language. This will culminate in your using your knowledge of the character of Othello to respond to a critical lens. Have fun. |
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Task One: Casting the Play |
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Click on masks to see pictures of different actors who have portrayed Othello and consider the effects of these differences. |
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Task Two: Listening Clip |
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Click on link to listen to a discussion of the role of race in casting Othello. |
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Task Three: Video Clips / Staging the Play |
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Clink on link to anaylze and evaluate directors' and actors' choices in different productions of Othello. |
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Task Four: Shakespeare's Language |
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Clink on link to investigate Shakespeare's language. |
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Final Task: The Critical Lens Essay |
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Your final task is an essay based on the New York State Regents Exam, in which you will draw upon what you lave learned. |
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If you need to access a copy of the play, click here. |
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