This resource is designed to deepen students’ understanding of the play’s main themes, historical and cultural context, cultural restrictions, essential vocabulary, and character depictions.
11-page PDF format and editable PPTX
This resource features:
- a 300-word essay that delves into the main themes, political topics, cultural restrictions, and character depictions
- the socio-economic context of rural Spain in the early 20th century, focusing on the significance of the terratenientes (landowners) in the play and how they reflect the power dynamics of the time.
- how characters like Bernarda Alba wield power and influence over those who work on their land, impacting themes of social hierarchy, oppression, and control within the play.
- true or false questions, designed to test students’ comprehension of key concepts discussed in the activity.
- the literary style of the play, focusing on themes of symbolism and repression, as well as the theme of tragedy.
- the political situation and gender role changes depicted in the play providing historical context, society and culture in rural Spain and women’s rights in the play.
- insights into the main themes and characters, along with prompts and an answer key to aid in student engagement and assessment.
Lorca’s play essential vocabulary, including the significance of terratenientes.
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Linguistic Significance
Lenguaje utilizado
In La Casa de Bernarda Alba, the mention of terratenientes or landowners is significant as it reflects the socioeconomic context of rural Spain during the early 20th century. Landowners like Bernarda Alba hold significant power and influence over the lives of those who work on their land. The presence of the terratenientes underscores the themes of social hierarchy, oppression, and control present throughout the play. Bernarda’s status as a landowner amplifies her authority within her household and community, further enforcing the strict societal norms and gender roles depicted in the play.
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