May+19-20

monologue
[|4 Square.pdf] On a sheet of notebook paper, do a 4-square for the word monologue.

Quick Assessment:
Open note quiz from slide shows last period.

Mini-Lesson: Who is Julius Caesar?

 * Discuss the history of the real Julius Caesar. Who was he? What did he do to be remembered for? Where did he rule? Why was he loved/hated by the people?

Read Aloud
Begin reading Act I of Julius Caesar.
 * Assign parts to students. Follow along so you know when to come in!!
 * Pay attention to the notes on the right hand side of the page. If there is a number by the text, refer to the corresponding number in the margin for a little bit of information and insight. These notes will help you to better understand what is going on.

Assessment
On a piece of paper, answer the following questions. Turn in when you are finished.
 * 1) Which character interests you most? Why?
 * 2) What are this character's strengths/weaknesses?
 * 3) What does this character say/think about other characters?
 * 4) What are your character's dreams? visions? philosophies?
 * 5) What kind of character is this? (Round, flat, stock, etc) Use text to support your answer.