Original PromptIn this lesson, students read Act 1.3, lines 64–100 (from “Marry, that ‘marry’ is the very theme” to “Than your consent gives strength to make it fly”), in which Juliet and her mother discuss Paris’s proposal of marriage. Prior to reading, students watch a clip of Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet in which Benvolio persuades Romeo to go with him to the Capulet ball to see Rosaline. Students analyze how Shakespeare develops Juliet’s character through her interactions with her mother. Student learning...
This learning resource focuses on the character development of Juliet in Act 1.3 of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. The objective is to analyze how Juliet's character evolves through her dialogue and interaction with her mother and the Nurse. Students will explore Juliet's motivations, traits, and dynamics with her family, as well as how these elements contribute to her overall characterization. The resource includes a guided reading of specific lines, vocabulary analysis, and discussion prompts that encourage deeper engagement with the text. It also connects modern interpretations of the play through film analysis, allowing students to compare different portrayals of Juliet's development.