Speak the Speech

You must memorize 10 lines of a speech for Thursday, January 8. They must be 10 consecutive lines by a single speaker. Generally, it's best to start at the beginning of a speaker's lines, so it all makes sense. Go to a logical stopping point, so you don't stop in the middle of a thought.

It's a 10 point project--one point for each line recited correctly. You will get two extra points for reciting for the class, and one extra point for every two lines above 10.

The Play's the Thing

For Monday, December 15, finish reading Act 3, Scene 2. Complete the reading questions (all three of them!) and the anticipation chart (with the quotes on it).

Play Armchair Psychoanalyst

Your reports on two reasons why Hamlet is acting so strangely are due Tuesday, December 9. For those who did not get the assignment sheet, you can find it on Edline. Be sure to use direct quotes to support your arguments.

What a piece of work is a man!

Read Act 2, Scene 2 and answer the reading questions for Friday. The Hamlet psychology writing piece is due Tuesday, December 9. As an alternative to an essay, you may also submit your analysis as an audio or video presentation. In either case, make sure you use some direct quotes and specific examples to support your arguments.

Has love made Hamlet crazy?

Read Hamlet Act 2, Scene 1 for Wednesday, Dec. 3. Check Edline for reading questions.