Othello - Act 3.4

LO1 To explore the symbolic and dramatic significance of Desdemona’s handkerchief in Act 3 scene 4 (AO2)

LO2 To consider how Shakespeare uses the concept of the four humours in Act 3 scene 4 (AO2 and AO3)

LO3 To analyse the role of Bianca in Act 3 scene 4 (AO2)

Extension and stretch and challenge activities are embedded throughout; the lesson has an overarching question which encourages the development of higher order thinking. Opportunities for paragraph writing and peer assessment are also utilised.

AS/A Level English Literature (2015+)
Paper 1, Section A: Shakespeare