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An in-depth study of one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies focusing on its timeless moral dimension and therefore its perennial relevance.
Total classes: 6
Prerequisite: The ability to read and enjoy the plays of Shakespeare
Suggested grade level: 9th to 12th
Suggested credit: ½ semester literature
Description
An in-depth study of one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies focusing on its timeless moral dimension and therefore its perennial relevance.
Outline
Week One – Introduction: Shakespeare and the Classical World
Week Two – Act One
Week Three – Act Two
Week Four – Act Three
Week Five – Act Four
Week Six – Act Five
Materials and Homework
Course Materials: William Shakespeare, Antony and Cleopatra (Simon and Schuster: Folger Shakespeare Library Edition) ISBN: 978-0743482851
Homework: Weekly reading assignment: approximately 1 hour. Weekly Quiz (reviewing for and taking of): approximately 1 hour. Quizzes are automated and graded by the computer for immediate feedback. Total homework per week: approximately 2 hours.
