British Literature January 12, 2009 Ms. Cares
Agenda: 1. Lion in Winter Entry Questions. Complete on a separate sheet of paper and turn into me when finished. Treat this like a quiz. 2. It’s an allusion! Going beyond the literal meaning of various texts. 3. Continue reading… Get your acting hats on! Homework: Introduction to Allusions
The Lion in Winter Entry Slip 1. What does the word primogeniture mean? ___________ ________________
The Lion in Winter Entry Slip 2. Who does Henry want to be king after he dies? _______________
The Lion in Winter Entry Slip 3. Who does Eleanor want to be king after Henry dies? __________
The Lion in Winter Entry Slip 4. In what way does Henry consider himself to be lucky in terms of the women he has loved? __________
The Lion in Winter Entry Slip 5. What does Philip Capet, King of France, want from Henry if Alais does not marry one of Henry’s sons? __________________
Allusions: ► Allusion = Reference to something outside the text with which the reader should be familiar. ► “It’s like Jordans on a Saturday…”
The Lion in Winter Act I, Scene 2 and 3 Throughout these two scenes, we have many opportunities to see how the Plantagenet family interacts with each other. As we read, think about what each member of the family wants, and how they intend to get it.
The Lion in Winter Act I, Scene 2 and 3 Also, try to discover what is motivating each character: is it just power and greed or are there more deeper motives? Follow the scenes’ action and try to come up with answers to those questions. Keep your responses in your notebook.
HOMEWORK ► Complete the Introduction to Allusion assignment for Wednesday. Pay special attention to the requirements for each grade.