<p>This 20-slide resource introduces the class to Robert Louis Stevenson, some of his work, the era in which he was writing as well as the social, scientific and literary context to the novella. Ideas explained: the ideal gentleman, social/sexual morality, phrenology, physiognomy, Darwin’s impact, poverty and wealth in London’s Soho, the gothic. The lesson closes with some guided reading, target questions and an early sample of an exam-style question with hints to guide the response. Suitable for GCSE.</p>

<p>This PowerPoint lesson guides the class through two important scenes, Act 2 scenes 8 and 9, recounting the distress of Shylock and his likely vengeance and then observing the attempt of Arragon to choose the correct casket. Both figures are made to look fools. Time is spent considering the dramatic impact of reporting Shylock’s distress (as opposed to observing it on stage) and the possible bias as well as linking the probable vengeance against Antonio to Shylock’s earlier animosity. Context is key to understanding the mockery in the characterisation of Arragon. The discussion of characters ends with some consideration of Bassanio: romantic ‘ambassador of love’ or ambitious man on the make? The lesson closes with a series of exam-style questions (one in each of the styles suitable for GCSE with AQA, OCR and Edexcel) on the presentation of Shylock so far. Ideal for students of GCSE using the following exam boards: AQA, Edexcel, OCR or for able KS3 classes.</p>

<p>This 29 slide full lesson on Julius Caesar Act 5 guides the class through the entire scene, focusing on key themes, character notes and considering the final acts of the major players. Context points are raised at relevant points and the lesson closes with a typical exam-style question and some suggestions for material and ideas to include in the response. Great for GCSE revision.</p>

<p>This full lesson guides the class through the poem with an introduction to Shelley and context regarding the events at St Peter’s Field in Manchester in 1819. Students are shown the sonnet form for comparison with the innovative changes made by Shelley in England in 1819 and invited to discover the impact of the use of form and structure to add power to the language and ideas of the poem. Poetic techniques and their impact are explored and linked to understanding of meaning(s). The lesson closes with an exam-style comparative question and some suggestions about productive links and contrasts to observe in a response.</p>

<p>This full-lesson resource guides the class through the poem ‘Lines Written in Early Spring’ considering form, structure, language and relevant context. It then suggests a comparative task to enable the learning to be applied to an exam-style question based on the Worlds and Lives section of the AQA Poetry Anthology.</p>

<p>This teaching resource / full lesson of guidance and discussion points takes students through the complex scene (Act 4 scene 3) between Cassius and Brutus before they approach Philippi. Brutus is in the spotlight as a man and a commander; Cassius is shown as changeable and moody as well as a foil to the more heroically stoic Brutus. Contextual issues are considered, especially in terms of leadership and the financing of military campaigns; textual issues such as the confusing announcement of Portia’s death are also included. The session concludes with an extract question opening out to a larger question focusing on how Shakespeare works to present the Roman qualities of Brutus. 21 slides.</p>

<p>This resource guides students through Romeo and Juliet Act 4 scenes 2 and 3 where the Capulets are preparing for the wedding and Juliet is preparing to take the Friar’s potion and fake her own death. The lesson focuses on the language which shows that Juliet is clever, determined, fearful yet brave. Discussion considers the power of the fears that she articulates as she imagines what could go wrong with the Friar’s plan and her desperate act in taking the potion. Juliet’s character is understood to be increasingly isolated and having to act without the support of family or nurse. Foreshadowing, dramatic irony and tragic inevitability are features. The lesson closes with exam style questions (one AQA and one EDEXCEL with some suggestions for areas of focus in the answers (including context points).</p>

<p>This 10-page booklet guides the student through all the key context information useful for examination responses. It outlines important background material such as the Divine Right of kings, James I and witchcraft, the role of women and the presentation of Banquo as an ancestor to the King, as well as exploring the Gunpowder Plot, the real Macbeth and the religious elements of the play. It includes a detailed example of how to select and use relevant contextual information and a series of practice questions to encourage students to make use of the context provided in responses to each of the question themes.</p>

<code>This PowerPoint lesson guides students through the closing scene of Act 3 and the opening scene of Act 4 of Julius Caesar. Themes discussed: leadership, loyalty, mutiny, the power of the crowd, contrasts between Antony and Brutus. The lesson closes with an exam-style question followed by suggestions for features to include in a response.</code>

<p>Romeo and Juliet context poster - can be displayed as a handy reference and revision summary of key points of context: religion, honour, parents &amp; children, fate and tragedy, courtly love.</p>

<p>This extensive lesson worksheet covers the first meeting and exchanges between Romeo and Juliet. It explains the contextual features of the language of religion, considers the position of a noblewoman such as Juliet, examines the structuring of the sonnet exchange and highlights the antithesis in the language as the two of them realise they have fallen in love with their family’s enemy.</p>

<p>Romeo and Juliet Act 3 scene 3. Romeo is banished. This lesson presentation takes students through the scene, focusing on language patterns, the concepts of purgatory and hell, Romeo’s reactions and the Friar’s persusasion and exposition. It closes with an essay task and trigger prompts to ensure that language, character and context are included in responses.</p>

<p>This powerpoint lesson plan takes students through the developing theme of love and Romeo’s role as lover along with the Queen Mab speech by Mercutio. Selected lines are chosen for closer analysis to encourage the use of quotation and to support the teaching of how to read Shakespeare’s poetry. There is a comparison of the types of love being exemplified by different characters and some predictive reading and discussion preparatory to moving on to Act 1 scene 5.</p>

<p>This lesson worksheet takes students through the language, context points and positioning of the scene in the wider construction of the play. Questions consider the foreshadowing in the language of Romeo and the contextual significance of the marriage both in the wider scheme of the tragedy and within the conventions of the theatre.</p>

<p>This PowerPoint lesson guides the class through the pivotal banqueting scene. Close focus is devoted to the language used to describe the death of Banquo and the inner anguish of Macbeth as he is confronted by the ghost. Comparisons are made between the scheming of Macbeth in the previous scenes as well as his fears regarding the ‘snake’ and the damage done to his mental state when he learns of Fleance’s escape. Students are asked to consider the staging of the scene, discussing the different impacts achieved with or without the ghost actually present. This leads on to some consideration of the methods used by Shakespeare to forge links of understanding between the audience and Macbeth even though Macbeth seems to be further mired in sin than ever. The lesson closes with a set of discussion tasks comparing Macbeth and Lady Macbeth after Duncan’s murder and then again after Banquo’s murder. Three exam-style questions are added to allow students to practise writing about the play (and hints/reminders are provided for each). Ideal for candidates taking GCSE courses with AQA, Edexcel and OCR examination boards. 30+ slides.</p>