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Lovely Theory
Lovely Theory
by Robert J. Sternberg
Explain the triangular theory of love to your neigbour but in a way a ten yo would understand.
according to the old greeks.
Pair each love style with a song
Romeo & Juliet
Romeo & Juliet
by William Shakespeare (1597)
by William Shakespeare (1597)
Let's start with a quiz.
Characters
Characters
Here is a list of the characters in Romeo & Juliet. How are they connected?
To figure out their relations you may interview them via Chat GPT to find your answers.
Based on your research, create a "map" with names, descriptions, illustrations relevant to the person, lines connecting people, etc.
Show and tell in class.
The Masquerade Scene
The Masquerade Scene
- Act I, scene 5
- Act I, scene 5
Read the Masquerade scene from William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, here
Do: "While reading 2"
Run through of answers next time.
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The Balcony Scene
The Balcony Scene
- Act II, scene 2
- Act II, scene 2
Read the Balcony Scene from William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, here
Do: "While reading 4 & 5"
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The Sonnet:
The Sonnet:
Structure:
3 stanzas of 4 lines,
ends with a couplet of 2 lines (often functions as a plot twist)
Rhyme scheme:
ABAB
CDCD
EFEF
GG
Iambic pentameter =
10 syllabels on each line,
always stressed/unstressed - making it sound like a heartbeat.
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Love letter: Write a love letter from either Romeo or Juliet based on their feelings after the balcony scene (Act 2, Scene 2 ).
Love Potion Recipe: Explore the theme of love as a potent force. Create "love potion" recipes, inspired by Friar Laurence's concoctions. They should include ingredients, instructions, and a rationale for why each component is important in the context of love.
Formulate your recipe fitting for a love elixir.
Think symbolism deluxe!
Post your potion recipes on elevfeedback.
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Love Triangle Debate:
The class will be divided into teams representing Romeo, Juliet, and Paris. Each team must argue why their character (and only their character!) deserves Juliet's love.
Build your STRONG arguments on the characters' qualities and motivations.
Link to the poll of best argument here
Character interview:
Brianstorm questions for two of the characters from the list. It could for example be Lord Capulet, why were you against Juliet marrying Romeo? or Friar Laurence, how come you married them knowing they only just met? or Lord Montague, was it typical of Romeo to throw himself into a romance like he did with Juliet?.
Minimum three quetions /character.
Use your imagination when writing the questions so you get a deeper undertstanding of the play.
Now, ask your interview questions to ChatGPT (make sure to prompt it to answer in a way true to the character(s)) and that it relates to quotes from the play to back up its answers.
- Lord Capulet (Juliet's father),
- Friar Laurence
- Mercutio
- Lord Montague (Romeo's father)
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Romeo + Juliet
Romeo + Juliet
by Baz Luhrmann (1996)
by Baz Luhrmann (1996)
Write alternate endings for the story (after watching the movie)
Chew on This
Chew on This
Juliet's transformation from girl to woman is reflected in the changing language she uses to talk about love.
Romeo's so-called "love" for Juliet is no different than his passion for Rosaline because Romeo is merely in love with the idea of being in love.
Juliet's Nurse reduces her love to be about mere sexuality, therefor she is unable to understand the strength of Juliet's feeling for Romeo. Her betrayal is rooted in this misunderstanding.
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Sonnet 18 - Virtual
Sonnet 18 - Virtual
Answer the following questions about Sonnet 18 individually:
The poem starts with a question. Who asks it? Who answers it?
Why is the comparison of the beloved one to a summer's day not an adequate comparison? List all the differences.
Why do you think Shakespeare uses personification in the second quatrain?
What does the "But" in line 9 signify?
In the third quatrain, is the beloved one still compared to a summer's day?
How much do we get to know about the beloved one?
Can you identify a theme for each quatrain?
What is the speaker's claim in the rhyming couplet?
What is the theme of the poem?
Hand in on Elevfeedback for attendance.
Structure
What defines a short story? Based on all your literary experience, what do you expect from a short story?
one incident simple plot a recurrent image
single setting few characters short period of time
complication rising action many characters
resolution (abrupt) beginning a single effect
complex plot open ending closed ending
happy ending long period of time crisis
dialogue detailed descriptions
So, how would you define a short story?
Create a diagram which shows the structure of the story.
What actually happens in each of the scenarios?
Look at each of the endings and try to describe the genre that they resemble.
Characters and genre
Who is the protagonist?
What characterizes the men and the women who appear in the story? To what extent are they stereotypes or rounded characters?
What are the points of view of the text? Give examples to show the effect they create.
In which grammatical tense is the story written? What effect does this create?
Is Margaret Atwood showing us or telling us about the characters?
Which of the characteristics you ticked off in the first question under structure did you find in the story?
To what extent does the text correspond to the definition of a short story that you gave?
Overall questions
Overall questions
Look at the beginning and each of the endings and comment on the attitude to happy marriages.
What points is Margaret Atwood making at the end of the text after ending F?
Is the tone of this text:
serious satirical humorous
ironic romantic tragic
Is Margaret Atwood commenting on marriage as an institution or on marriage as described in certain kinds of literature? Find evidence in the text to prove your point.
What is the effect of the authorial voice?
Is the text modern or postmodern? Why?
Intro til næste opgave
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Trophy wife"
Trophy wife"
by Fay Weldon (2003)
by Fay Weldon (2003)
Virtual
Virtual
Create a powerpoint where you analyse the short story "Trophy wife" by Fay Weldon.
Minimum 4 slides, with speaker on each.
Remember to use quotes to support your claims.
You must:
1. Characterize Marianna, Max and their relationship.
Part of your presentation must focus on their development as characters and their relationship.
2. Analyse their love using relevant theories from class. Line 3-6 on page 111 must be included in your analysis.
3. Discuss, is the story a love story or not?
4. Finish with a summative conclusion.
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Verbs
Verbs
Modus
Aktiv/passiv
Modalverber
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Funeral blues
Funeral blues
(stop all the clocks)
(stop all the clocks)
by W.H Auden (1936)
by W.H Auden (1936)
What type of love do you think the poem portrays? Refer to the correct Greek word and explain your choice.
Look up Robert J Sternbergs triangular theory on love (top of site) and analyse the poem based on his theory. Formulate your answer as a PEA.
Is this a personal poem or does it cover a general or universal experience? Find evidence in the text to prove your point.
Have a look at all the verbs and find out what mood and form they are in.
From a grammatical point of view, how does stanza 3 differ from the other three?
Who is speaking to whom?
What is the setting of stanzas 1, 2 and 4?
How realistic do you consider the activities suggested in stanzas 1, 2 and 4?
What is the connection between the setting and the activities? What is the development?
What is the function of stanza 3?
Now, let us watch the poem performed here in the film Four Weddings and a Funeral, the poem was read by a gay man at his lover's funeral. Does this – and the fact that Auden himself was gay – add to your understanding of the poem?
Extra materiale
Extra materiale
"The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry: This classic story tells the tale of a young couple who are struggling financially but want to give each other meaningful gifts for Christmas. It beautifully illustrates the depth of their love and sacrifice.
"The Last Leaf" by O. Henry: Another poignant story by O. Henry, "The Last Leaf" explores the power of love and hope as two young artists in a New York City apartment face illness and despair during a harsh winter.
"The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant: This story revolves around a woman named Mathilde Loisel, who borrows an expensive necklace to attend a fancy event but loses it. It's a story of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of vanity.
"The Lady with the Dog" by Anton Chekhov: Chekhov's story delves into the complexities of extramarital love as a man, Dmitri Gurov, and a married woman, Anna Sergeyevna, meet and fall in love during a seaside vacation.
"Hills Like White Elephants" by Ernest Hemingway: This story is a masterful exploration of a strained relationship. A man and a woman sit at a train station, discussing a major decision in their lives, all while avoiding the topic at hand. It's a subtle but powerful story about love, communication, and choices.
"The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson: This story is a stark commentary on societal norms and traditions. While it may not seem like a love story on the surface, it does touch on the theme of communal love and sacrifice for the greater good.
These short stories offer a range of perspectives on love, from sacrifice and devotion to the complexities of human relationships. They are all masterpieces in their own right, exploring the multifaceted nature of love in a concise format.
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Margaret Atwood: Happy Endings
Andrew Marvell: To His Coy Mistress
Roger McGough: At Lunchtime: A Story of Love
James Lasdun: It's Beginning to Hurt
Andet materiale:
Romeo + Juliet (1996) – de første 45 minutter -
Romeo & Juliet bitesize here
Modern Romeo & Juliet here
Summing up Romeo & Juliet
Summing up Romeo & Juliet
The play - the movie?
Love playlist: create love song playlist to match each scene in the play. Make sure to explain why you have chosen the songs you have chosen.
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