We continued yesterday's discussion about indifference and the need to fight it, and to cherish our differences and identities. We'll resume reading tomorrow.
English 9
Upon seeing Romeo, Tybalt drew his attention to the young Montague and challenged him, but Romeo refused. Mercutio fought in his place and was killed under Romeo's arm. Romeo then killed Tybalt. The Prince decreed that Romeo would be exiled and had that night to leave Verona, under penalty of death.
English 9 Honors
We watched the fight scene from the 1968 film and discussed interpretations of Mercutio, Tybalt, and Romeo.
Today, we talked a little bit about Hannukah and why it was so important to celebrate while hiding in the secret annex. Then, we talked about indifference and why people fight against it.
English 9
Romeo and Juliet were married by Friar Lawrence, who warned Romeo to love moderately, for "these violent delights have violent ends."
Mercutio and Benvolio walked through the streets, with Benvolio warning Mercutio that they should go inside because the Capulets were out and it was hot. Mercutio ignored this warning. When Tybalt found them, he tried to pick a fight with Tybalt.
English 9 Honors
SPOILERS FOR ENGLISH 9 - Don't read past this if you don't want spoilers.
Anne is having nightmares about the Green Police, and Mr. Dussel is not exactly sympathetic. Mrs. Frank is very upset that she and Anne aren't getting along, and that Anne continues to push her away. After talking with her father, Anne is beginning to realize that she isn't being kind or fair to her mother.
English 9
The Nurse meets with Romeo to discuss the upcoming marriage, clearly telling him that he'd better not be toying with Juliet's emotions. He swears that he isn't and tells the Nurse that they'll be married at noon that very day and that he'll send his servant with a rope ladder to give to Juliet so that he can climb into her room that night. Romeo has no idea that Tybalt has sent a letter challenging him to a duel.
Juliet waited for some time for the Nurse, who teased her before telling her that Romeo would marry her at noon.
English 9 Honors
Juliet waited for some time for the Nurse, who teased her before finally telling her that Romeo would marry her at noon.
Romeo and Juliet were married by Friar Lawrence, who warned Romeo to love moderately, for "these violent delights have violent ends."
Today is the final day of the interim period for third quarter. Any work that is not turned in by 11:59 p.m. tonight will remain a zero until after interim report cards are live.
Here's today's recap:
English 8
Mr. Dussel has joined the Franks and the Van Daans in the secret annex, and it seems that he, too, is arguing with Anne. Today, your assignment was journal entry #3, in which I ask you to come up with a symbol for three of the characters and explain them. This is due today. Your study guide for scene 3 is due by the end of the weekend.
English 9
Friar Lawrence doesn't seem pleased with Romeo's quickly-changing emotions, thinking that Romeo's love is in his eyes, not his heart. Still, Friar Lawrence realizes that it's possible that Romeo and Juliet may be able to end the feud between the Montagues and the Capulets with their marriage. He cautions Romeo against rushing into things, which it seems Romeo will ignore.
In the city, Mercutio and Benvolio discuss their frustration with Romeo's sudden disappearance the previous night, as well as a letter sent to the Montague house by Tybalt.
English 9 Honors
The Nurse meets with Romeo to discuss the upcoming marriage, clearly telling him that he'd better not be toying with Juliet's emotions. He swears that he isn't and tells the Nurse that they'll be married at noon that very day and that he'll send his servant with a rope ladder to give to Juliet so that he can climb into her room that night. Romeo has no idea that Tybalt has sent a letter challenging him to a duel.
As a reminder, the five-week marking period ends this Friday. Get all work to me before the end of the day!
Here's today's recap!
English 8
As we continue to read scene 3, we're also taking notes on the characters. Tensions are increasing in the secret annex, and now it seems that Mr. Kraler has some news for the Franks and the Van Daans.
English 9
In finishing the balcony scene, we realize how impulsive Romeo really is, and how overwhelmed by emotion Juliet seems to be. The two definitely have a challenging road ahead of them. Next, Romeo is going to seek the advice of Friar Lawrence.
English 9H
Friar Lawrence doesn't seem pleased with Romeo's quickly-changing emotions, thinking that Romeo's love is in his eyes, not his heart. Still, Friar Lawrence realizes that it's possible that Romeo and Juliet may be able to end the feud between the Montagues and the Capulets with their marriage. He cautions Romeo against rushing into things, which it seems Romeo will ignore.
In the city, Mercutio and Benvolio discuss their frustration with Romeo's sudden disappearance the previous night, as well as a letter sent to the Montague house by Tybalt.
As a reminder, the five-week marking period ends this Friday. Get all work to be before the end of the day!
Here's today's recap!
English 8
We talked a little bit today about the challenges that Anne Frank might have faced while staying in such a small hiding place with seven other people, as well as watching a virtual tour of the secret annex. Make sure you finish your journal entries today!
English 9
Today, we talked about the norms of courtly love and marriage in the 1300s, comparing them to what would be expected of Romeo and Juliet.
English 9H
Our performance studies today were on two different portrayals of Romeo in the famous balcony scene. Make sure to turn in your responses today!
As a reminder, the five-week marking period ends this Friday. Get all work to be before the end of the day!
Here's today's recap!
English 8
As we continue to read scene 3, we learn more and more about the relationships between the characters in the Secret Annex. There are some pretty significant tensions there that we'll talk more about this week!
English 9
We read through Act 2 scene 1 and began scene 2, which is the famous balcony scene. After hiding successfully from Mercutio and Benvolio, Romeo finds Juliet on her balcony declaring her love for him.
English 9 Honors
We finished scene 2, learning that Juliet's affections seem to be overwhelming her. These feelings lead her first to suggest that they take things more slowly, but then decides that she wants to marry Romeo, and she'll send word to him tomorrow.
We began scene 3 today, in which we see that Anne is trying very hard to have fun and be friends with Peter, but Peter is often very shy, frustrated, or embarrassed. If you haven't yet turned it in, please turn in your study guide for scenes 1-2.
English 9
Your task today is to create five text message conversations, one for each scene in Act 1. These should be turned in today. If you haven't yet turned in your study guide for Act 1, please do so ASAP!
English 9 Honors
We read through Act 2 scene 1 and began scene 2, which is the famous balcony scene. After hiding successfully from Mercutio and Benvolio, Romeo finds Juliet on her balcony declaring her love for him.
Thank you all for being so great when I was out sick yesterday. Here's today's recap!
English 8
Today, we read (most of) scene 2, where the Franks and the VanDaans got to know each other and learned what the rules will have to be as they're in hiding. Over the weekend, please finish reading that last page of scene 2 and answer the questions on the study guide, which are due by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday!
English 9
In Act 1 scene 5, Romeo and Benvolio successfully get into the Capulet party, though Tybalt spots them and is only stopped from attacking by Lord Capulet. Romeo and Juliet meet, kiss, and then learn that they belong to rival families. Don't forget to finish your study guides this weekend!
English 9H
Today was our first episode of Ye Olde Family Feud, and our Capulets seemed to lose this first round. The deck was stacked against them, however, so it's very likely that things will start to balance out in Act 2. Don't forget to turn in your study guides today if they haven't yet been turned in, and your texting assignment is due by the end of the day on Sunday!
All classes are working on plays this quarter! It's been really fun hearing all of you reading the parts out loud. Here's today's recap!
English 8
We read the beginning of scene 2 today and talked about why the authors of the play might have chosen to use a flashback the way that they did: by starting off in 1945, we can see where Mr. Frank is and our interest is high as we look back at the past and try to figure out what happened. By presenting the story as this sort of puzzle, we're looking at the story for clues. So far, the Frank family has been introduced to the VanDaan family.
English 9
Today, we watched a short video explaining the roles of women in medieval society and talked about the different roles of Lady Capulet and the Nurse, and why these two characters might have different reasons for supporting Juliet's marriage to Paris. Then, you had time to write as either Juliet or Paris to talk about what you thought of the potential marriage and what Paris might need to do to impress Juliet.
English 9H
We spent class today talking about Mercutio and his Queen Mab speech from Act 1 scene 4. Through watching different performances of that monologue, we talked about the ways that actors can show different motivations and emotions with the same speech, and how a character can be interpreted in different ways.
