Exploring the Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet
Exploring the Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet
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Exploring the Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet
What do you already know about how plays work?
Lesson Objective
At the end of the lesson you will understand how plays work and explore why Romeo and Juliet is a powerful tragedy.
What is a Play?
A play is a story performed by actors on a stage. It uses dialogue and actions to show the story to an audience.
Who Wrote Romeo and Juliet?
William Shakespeare wrote Romeo and Juliet in the 16th century. He is one of the most famous playwrights in the world.
Setting: Verona and Family Feud
The play is set in Verona, Italy. Two families, the Montagues and the Capulets, are enemies.
Key Characters
Juliet Capulet
Juliet is a young woman from the rival family who loves Romeo.
Romeo is a young man who falls in love with Juliet.
Romeo Montague
What Makes a Tragedy?
A tragedy is a play where the main characters suffer or die because of their choices and bad luck. It often teaches a lesson.
Why is Romeo and Juliet a Tragedy?
Romeo and Juliet love each other but their families' hate leads to their death. Their story shows how hate and poor decisions can end in tragedy.
Reflect: What Would You Do?
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
