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Scholars read the story "Pyramus and Thisbe," analyzing word choice, tone, and meaning. They then try to find the gist of the story and discuss how Shakespeare used the myth in his play A Midsummer Night's Dream.
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Instructional Ideas
- Show the class a clip of the Pyramus and Thisbe scene from a production of A Midsummer Night's Dream
Classroom Considerations
- The lesson is the fourth of 18 from the Grade 8 Module 2B, Unit 2 series
- Part one of a two-part lesson
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- Includes a teacher's guide for easy implementation
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