Using the list of expressionist techniques generated in the first lesson, groups analyze how Williams uses these techniques to develop one of the play's themes. The whole class then shares and discusses the examples they found where Williams uses different expressionist devices to advance the themes in the play.

Concepts

tennessee williams, dramatic plays, elements of drama, expressionism, literary themes, universal themes, literary analysis

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Instructional Ideas

• Post a list of themes class members identify and have groups add the examples they found for each theme to these posters

Classroom Considerations

• The second lesson in a three-part unit designed to be taught sequentially
• Requires copies, one per pupil, of the "Extended Analysis" worksheet

Pros

• Includes a teacher version of the "Extended Analysis" worksheet

Cons

• None

Common Core

RL.9-10.2