1. Romeo and Juliet reading 2 Date:
Objectives
Finish scene one and two.
Answer questions for the purpose of a closer reading for the Junior Cert.
Warm –up – A4 pad – write the quote, answer the question
“A madness most discreet,/A choking gall and a preserving sweet”. (Romeo, c 185) (gall: something bitter)
Romeo believes love consists of opposites.
Do you think opposite personalities attract each other? Why /why not?

2. Notes – write this down
A character’s opening moments are the most important ones. What is said about them and what they do reveal their character.
Take this note time to get volunteers for readings.

3. Roles: The King has issued a death notice to any who fight
Roles: The King has issued a death notice to any who fight. Romeo is lovesick. Lord Capulet is arranging marriage.
Scene 1 Romeo (M) Benvolio (M)
Scene 2 Capulet (C) Paris Servant (C) Romeo (M) Benvolio (M)
Note to self:
Read summary aloud
before we start
Reading aloud tips: Posture for diaphragm, aim your voice, slow pace and relax.

4. Questions – Point, “reference”, explain.
Why are Romeo’s parents concerned about him? (c124)
What advice does Benvolio give to Romeo?
What are Paris and Capulet discussing? (c10)
Why does the servant need Romeo’s help and how does this help Romeo?

5. Cooldown Question Parents arranging marriages was once quite common.
What do you think they would be looking for in your future partner and is that different than what you’d be looking for?
How would it make you feel?
Poetry and Fiction homework due Monday