Shakespeare

Lesson plan for day 2 of the Othello unit. Iago the two-faced Janus, Brabantio's charge of witchcraft, and the first look at Othello's self-control.

Lesson plan for day 3 of the Othello unit. The spell of Othello's stories, Brabantio's warning, and Iago's plan to use Othello's trusting nature.

Lesson plan for day 4 of the Othello unit. The storm at Cyprus, Iago's cynical view of men and women, and his suspicion of Cassio.

Lesson plan for day 5 of the Othello unit. Cassio's fall through drink, read through Plato's three-part soul, and Iago's view of reputation.

Lesson plan for day 6 of the Othello unit. The Clown's puns, and Emilia's report that Desdemona has already pleaded for Cassio.

Lesson plan for day 7 of the Othello unit. The temptation scene, in which Iago plants jealousy in Othello. Fifteen discussion questions with answers.

Lesson plan for day 8 of the Othello unit. Desdemona's lost handkerchief and her mistaken view of Othello's behavior.

Lesson plan for day 9 of the Othello unit. Othello's "ocular proof," Bianca's appearance, and the plan to strangle Desdemona.

Lesson plan for day 10 of the Othello unit. Othello's accusation, Emilia's defense of Desdemona, and the Willow Song.

Lesson plan for day 11 of the Othello unit. Roderigo's attack on Cassio, Desdemona's death, and Othello's last speech.

How Shakespeare sets Venice against Cyprus, and what that contrast does to the marriage of Othello and Desdemona.

Terms and practices that help students read a play as a script for performance.