Lesson 1.1: Introduction to Shakespeare and His Works
Shakespeare is one of the most influential writers in English literature.
Example: "He wrote famous plays like Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and Hamlet."
Quiz: What genre did Shakespeare write?
How to get the right answer:
Shakespeare wrote across multiple genres, influencing modern storytelling.
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Lesson 1.2: Understanding Shakespearean Language
Shakespearean English includes old vocabulary, iambic pentameter, and poetic devices.
Example: "Thou art more lovely and more temperate means ‘You are more beautiful and calm.’"
Quiz: What does ‘thou’ mean in Shakespearean English?
How to get the right answer:
Studying old vocabulary helps make Shakespeare’s writing more accessible.
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Lesson 1.3: Analyzing Shakespearean Sonnets
Shakespeare’s sonnets follow a 14-line structure with a specific rhyme scheme.
Example: "Sonnet 18 starts with Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?"
Quiz: How many lines are in a Shakespearean sonnet?
How to get the right answer:
Sonnets use a strict rhyme pattern and often explore themes of love and time.
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