Conflict

Write a paragraph in which you discuss the way that the conflict between the Capulets and Montagues contributes to the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet. Use two quotations, one within a sentence and one longer one which you introduce properly. Make sure your paragraph also has a good topic sentence.

Week 4 homework

There is no doubt that the story of Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy.

To what extent do you believe that this is caused by how young Romeo and Juliet are? Think about the problems that are caused by their youth and then weigh these against the other issues in deciding your answer.

Write a well-structured paragraph in response, using two quotations as evidence. One quotation should be incorporated into a sentence and one should be a longer quotation which you introduce effectively.

Post to your blog before Friday's lesson. We will be using these during the lesson.

Love?

We have read almost half of the play at this point. Romeo and Juliet have met, vowed their love for each other and married.

Are you convinced that they actually do love each other? If not love, how else might you define it?

Write a paragraph in which you answer these questions and justify your view with evidence from the play, including at least one quotation.

Post to your blog before Tuesday's lesson.

Week 1 homework

                                                                   
Choose one of the characters from Romeo and Juliet and write a paragraph in which you explain who the character is and his or her role in the story. Then answer the following question.

To what extent do you see this person as having some responsibility for the tragedy that occurs? Justify your view by referring specifically to the character's part in the tragedy.

Post to your blog before Monday's lesson.