(You may use any version of Romeo and Juliet for this section. There are graphic novels, modern day English and original scripts available at most

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1 (You may use any version of Romeo and Juliet for this section. There are graphic novels, modern day English and original scripts available at most schools and libraries.)

2 Shakespeare's Dentist Self-Directed Courses Dentistry in Shakespeare's time was a very crude and disgusting art. Teeth were ruined by the efforts to keep them clean. They were rubbed with a mixture of powdered pumice stone, brick and coral. This not only took off the stain, but took off the enamel as well. Other ways to clean teeth were to rinse them with a solution of honey and burnt salt, sugar and honey, or a quart of vinegar and honey and half a quart of white wine boiled together. Going to the dentist could cost you your life. People died of blood loss and pain due to the instruments that they used. These included pliers, keys with claws -- this dislocated the tooth from the socket--, pelicans -- these dragged the tooth out sideways--, and an instrument that pulled out the roots. Bad breath was treated with water and vinegar, then chewing masticke and washing the mouth out with a solution of Annis seeds, mints, and cloves sodden in wine. Also, by placing roasted turnip parings behind a person's ear, you could rid him or her of bad breath. During this time, fillings were also used. The most common materials were gold leaf, molten lead, or silver scrapings. But usually if the tooth was bad, it was just removed and "replaced" with a healthy one from someone else. The "someone else" was a poor person needing money. The dentist 2 P a g e

3 would pull one tooth after another to see which one would fit his patient's mouth. When the human supply of teeth went down, the teeth of sheep, dogs, goats and baboons were used. If these supplies went down, teeth from dead people and soldiers were used. Eventually, false teeth were used. These were made from hippopotamus bones, walrus ivory, silver, mother-of pearl, enameled copper attached to an ivory base, porcelain plaster, or vulcanite and celluloid, which was extremely flammable. Write a paragraph on someone's first trip to the dentist. Include why he or she went and what happened. Be descriptive. If you feel creative, you might want to write as if you were the patient at an Elizabethan dentist. (5 marks) AND Write or draw and ad for a dentist or a dental care formula that could have been posted in Shakespeare's day. (5 marks) 3 P a g e

4 THOU Now TRANSLATE TO MODERN ENGLISH: YOU ( 3 marks) 4 P a g e

5 READ ACT ONE Self-Directed Courses IDENTIFY THE MAIN CHARACTERS AND HIS/ HER ROLE IN THE PLAY SO FAR. ( 7 marks) o ROMEO o JULIET o CAPULETS o MONTAGUES o ROSALINE o TYBALTo NURSE o IN A PEEE PARAGRAPH SAY WHYLOVE IS COMPLICATED. Make reference to the play. ( 5 marks) Identify the crisis at the end of ACT ONE. ( 1 mark) How are the characters of Twilight (above) in a similar situation to Juliet, Romeo and Paris. If you are unfamiliar with Twilight refer to another story/ movie that has a love triangle. ( 1 mark for each comparison max 3) 5 P a g e

6 READ ACT TWO WHAT IS FRIAR LAWRENCE S ROLE IN THE PLAY? EXPLAIN WHY HIS GOOD INTENTIONS ARE RISKY? (2 marks) WHY DOES FRIAR LAWRENCE SAY WISELY AND SLOW; THEY STUMBLE THAT RUN FAST AS A CAUTION TO ROMEO AND JULIET? ( 1 mark) I m in a Hurry - Alabama I'm in a hurry to get things done (oh,) i rush & rush until life's no fun All i really gotta do is live & die But, i'm in a hurry & don't know why Don't know why I have to drive so fast My car has nothing to prove It's not new, but it'll 0-60 in 5.2, oh Can't be late I leave in plenty of time Shakin' hands with the clock I can't stop I'm on a roll & i'm ready to rock oh, I hear a voice It says i'm running behind I better pick up my pace It's a race & there ain't no room for someone in 2nd place 6 P a g e

7 ALABAMA S song above talks about rushing through life. Relate the song lyrics to the lives of Romeo and Juliet. ( 2 marks) Read ACT THREE What is Juliet s internal struggle over the death of Tybalt and Romeo s banishment?( 1 mark) Research a culture that still participates in arranged marriages. Compare and contrast the style and marriage to a traditional Canadian one. Be sure to include positive and negative sides to both. ( 5 marks) ARRANGED MARRIAGE POINTS TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE POINTS Romeo and Juliet were very young when they married. Why do you think young people make more hasty decisions? ( 1 mark) 7 P a g e

8 READ ACT FOUR Self-Directed Courses Why would Juliet marrying Paris be adultery? What risky move does she make to avoid it? ( 2 marks) Read the poem below and identify what the little purple man is a metaphor for. ( 2 marks) The Little Purple Man Dropped in a drink just for fun the little purple man sinks to the bottom he climbs the ladder into her head a scream is heard and now she is dead. Lucy doesn t remember a thing anymore Skies that turn black passing through doors Doors that led to who knows where And they said it was just for fun. Relate the theme of the poem to Juliet s actions in act three. ( 1 mark) Create a PEEE paragraph on how drugs can be dangerous. Provide an example from Romeo and Juliet and someone you have heard of in society or the news. ( 5 marks) 8 P a g e

9 Read ACT FIVE Many things are the result of cause and effect. List and explain the result of three events/ turning points that caused an undesirable effect in the lives of Romeo and Juliet. ( 3*2 marks) Romeo says to Paris tempt not a desperate man. Why is Romeo desperate and why are his actions so high risk? ( 2 marks) What is the irony of the feud ending at the end of the story? ( 1 mark) If Friar Lawrence were tried for the murders of Romeo and Juliet, what would you write as the closing argument at the trial if you were his defense lawyer? ( 5 marks) 9 P a g e

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11 Common Assessment Task 2 Grade 10 English Outcomes: 1. I can complete a standard essay with examples to support my ideas. 2. I can refer to the novel/ play in my essay. 3. I can use the writing process to edit and revise my good copy. 4. I can use peer editors and/ or a word processor to help me edit my rough draft. Assignment In a well - developed essay, discuss the topic. (3 * 5 marks) We all have conflicts in our lives. Use your novel/ play to provide examples for your essay. 11 P a g e

12 THESIS STATEMENT We all have conflict in our lives. P- P- P- POINT- EXPLANATION EXAMPLE ENDING POINT- EXPLANATION EXAMPLE ENDING POINT- EXPLANATION EXAMPLE ENDING P- P- P- GLOBAL STATEMENT- 12 P a g e