Analyzing Story Elements in the Classic Love Story "Pyramus and Thisbe"

"Pyramus and Thisbe" is a tragic love story in which two lovers are separated by forces seemingly beyond their control. This lesson guides students through an analysis of the story elements and how they function together to create a theme. A plot diagram helps students to analyze this classic story after the teacher models analysis on a much simpler, more familiar childrens' story, "Cinderella." Students will write a mini-essay analyzing how the plot elements and symbols support the story's theme.  There is a grading rubric and sample essay provided.
Resource ID#: 41726 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Overhead Projector, Speakers/Headphones
Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: mythology, symbols, symbolism, Pyramus and Thisbe, plot, exposition, rising action, climax, resolution, setting, irony, dramatic irony, characters, love, tragedy, Ovid, narrative poem, theme, subject
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Image/Photograph,  Text Resource,  Instructional Technique,  Learning Goal
Resource Collection: General Collection

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