Shakespeare Week 1 - September 28

                                           Hi everyone and welcome to Shakespeare! 

                                  We are so excited to be studying King Lear together!

Reading assignment

King Lear Act 1 Scenes 1-2

Writing assignment

What is the difference between acting and reacting? Give two examples.

Your Shakespearean Vocab terms and definitions for this week are listed below. Remember, you can either write the definitions on note cards, or in your commonplace book.

Anon

Soon, shortly, presently

Braggart
A person who boasts about achievements or possessions.

Soldier

Dedicated person, committed individual

Brave

Audacious, daring, bold

Conceit

Imagination, fancy, wit

Cousin

Any relative beyond immediate family; often a term of affection to a socially equal friend.

Cuckold

[mocking name] man with an unfaithful wife

Come prepared to have an amazing time!

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