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Shakespeare and Macbeth, first class reflect writing

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Shakespeare and Macbeth, first class reflect writing

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key words:

. lambic pentameter

. motif

. tragic hero

. tragic flaw.

William Shakespeare is an influential writers in the 17th century, not only created influential stories but also invent over 1,700 words that we still use today, such as "elbow" , "break the ice." His works genres are historical dramas, tragedies, and comedies, including the of themes of love, betrayal, ambition, and humor.Shakespeare's writing is known for its rhythm, often employing iambic pentameter, a meter consisting of five sets of two beats. It was familiar to the rhythms found in modern hip-hop. His plays were performed in the posh English, its characteristic are the pronunciation, mood, and rhythm. His story are always arounds blood, violence, and raw emotion.

Shakespeare set Macbeth at 11 century, and Shakespeare create a joke from Macbeth " Knock, Knock, who is there!" The characters in Macbeth are Macbeth, Ms. Macbeth and three witches. Macbeth is a tragity, and Macbeth is one of the most famous example of tragic hero. The story happen in Scotland, between royalty. motif i can see on the book cover is crown and it is represent royalty and power. And i guess there will be battle, conflict, war. grief, jealousy, rebel in the story. According to my observe of the book cover, i can see red blood, it may indicate death, murder and love.

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Act Two Reflection Questions - Please answer the following questions in the “Reflection section” of your padlet. You should answer using your own words and you can add some supporting evidence if you think it will further support your own point of view. Answers should be two-three sentences.

Act II, Scene 2

1. Why does Lady Macbeth not commit the murder when she is in the room?

2. Macbeth, apparently troubled by the murder he has just committed, tells Lady Macbeth what he           saw and heard. She tells him, “These deeds must not be thought.” Why?

3. In his scene, how does Lady Macbeth show herself to be stronger than her husband?

Act II, Scene 3

1. How is the theme of “a crime against nature” reinforced in this scene?

2.         Who was suspected of the murder, and what happens to them?

3. Who are Malcolm and Donalbain, what do they suspect, and what decision do they make?

Act II, Scene 4

1. What additional natural, or “unnatural,” events further the “crime against nature” theme?

2. Who is suspected of having hired the grooms to kill Duncan? Why?

3. Why has Macbeth gone to Scone?

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Macbeth's soliloquy stands out for me. His soliloquy shows his unsafety, ambition and guilt. he feels guilty to kill Banquo, because he is a respectful person. But he is worried the witch's prophecies will be true in the future, and Banquo and his son will be the king. so, because of his ambition of power, he killed banquo. And Lady macbeth also push Macbeth to kill banquo, in some way i think lady Macbeth's ambition is more than macbeth. She want to be the queen of this country fovever.

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ACT FOUR

Scene One

Macbeth returns to the witches, apparently placing his trust in their knowledge. However, as the audience knows through the dramatic irony of the Hecate speech, he will be deceived by them playing upon his own illusions and their creation in him of a state of false security.

1)  Look carefully at the three prophecies. In what ways does each encourage a sense of false security in Macbeth?

he first apparition told Macbeth be aware of Macduff, and the second apparition told Macbeth don't need to worry about anything because "anyone born from a woman can not hurt Macbeth", the third apparition told Macbeth shall never vanquished be until Great Birnam Wood to high Dunsinane Hill Shall come against him. these prophecies encourage to kill everyone include Macduff, to double make sure no one will be against him. And the witches use these apparition try to lose Mavbeth's self judgement. This will forshadow Macbeth's future, listen anything from witches even some are confused him.

Scene Two

This scene contains the murder of Lady Macduff and her children.

1)  This is the first murder to be committed on stage.

What effect does this have on the audience?

The audience will be shocked by Macbeth's brutality, and he is increasingly depraved. Make audience participate in this tragedy, and also make audience predict Macbeth's retribution will coming soon.

Scene Three

Scene three is a comparatively long and complex scene in which Malcolm tests Macduff 's loyalty, not to him, but to Scotland.

1)  Why does Malcolm need to do this?

He needs someone to kill Macbeth, and he wants to test Macduff's leadership, integrity, nobility, and loyalty. under Macbeth's reign, there is no one Malcolm can trust.

2)  What do Ross's comments suggest about the state of Scotland under Macbeth's rule?

Under Macbeth's brutal rule, the country of Scottland will be destroyed. Many noble people have been killed one after another, and people do not trust each other. Scottland needs a new king.

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"I was served lemons, but I made lemonade"

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"I was served lemons, but I made lemonade"

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I got lemons, so I want to make it to lemonade. Always want to get better, Beyonce inspired by this sentence, and this is one of the feature in her movie. She means by once you got something, you need yo keep working on it. Connect to her music career, she got lots of prizes, and she is still create more songs. Lemons is things people have right now, but lemonade is things nee

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How does the film balance the portrayal of power and vulnerability?

In lemonade, Beyoncé shows how vulnerability and power are connected by exploring her feelings of betrayal and anger. At first, she feels hurt and unsafety, but she turns those emotions into strength as the album progresses. For example, in the s chapter 2 Beyoncé is upset but she uses that anger to reclaim control, like smashing car windows. The album shows that it is fine for people to feel vulnerable, we are all human, and human have the right to feel vulnerable. By expressing those feelings, we can find our power.

Analyze chapter2:

In Chapter 2 Beyoncé shows how anger and betrayal can mix with a sense of power. The song is about her confronting her partner's infidelity, and instead of staying hurt, she uses her anger to take control. The music video is full of powerful images, like Beyoncé smashing car windows with a baseball bat while wearing a yellow dress. The yellow dress represents both the pain of betrayal and the hope of healing, showing that even in moments of anger, there can be a sense of strength and renewal.

Analyze chapter 4:

In Chapter 4 of Lemonade, Beyoncé fully embraces her power and independence after dealing with betrayal. The song expresses her decision to stop feeling sorry for herself and take control of her life, saying "Sorry, I ain't sorry" as she rejects the point of being the victim. The visuals in the video are full of confidence, with Beyoncé surrounded by dancers, showing a sense of unity and strength. This chapter marks a shift from vulnerability to empowerment, as she recognizes her worth and refuses to let her partner's actions define her.