A Need for Sleep: A Close Reading of a Soliloquy from King Henry IV, Part II

In this lesson, students will consider the literary elements Shakespeare uses to communicate King Henry's inability to sleep. As they close read this passage multiple times, students will discover how diction, tone, syntax, and imagery help to convey King Henry's state of mind. Once they have grappled with the text in small groups and on their own, they will bring their discoveries and interpretations together in a final essay. A text marking handout and key, independent practice questions and key, a planning sheet, and a writing rubric have been included with the lesson.

Resource ID#: 63458 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts

Grade Level(s): 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector

Instructional Time: 6 Hour(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: King Henry IV Part II, Shakespeare, soliloquy, close reading, diction, syntax, tone, figurative language, imagery, sleep, insomnia

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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