Year 7 - English
Considering Caliban as an outsider in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest'
'The Tempest'
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils learn about the plot and characters of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest', and read sections of the play. They explore how Prospero treats Ariel, Caliban and Miranda, and write monlogues from their perspectives. Finally, they write and perform their own monologues inspired by the play.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain Caliban's position as an outsider in society.
Key Notes
- Arguably, Caliban's language and actions demonstrate that he sees himself as someone who isn't equal and doesn't belong.
- Some would argue Caliban acts in an animalistic manner, which further sets him apart from society.
- Stephano and Trinculo's language positions Caliban as an outsider.
Vocabulary To Learn
- outsider: An outsider is someone who is not liked or accepted to a particular group or society and feels different from them.
- animalistic: Being animalistic means having the characteristics of animals particularly in terms of aggression.
- ultimately: You can use the word ultimately to emphasise the end of your argument.
- arguably: Arguably can be used when you're stating an opinion or belief that you believe can be shown to be true.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- That an argument needs to present a balanced viewpoint for both sides of the argument.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Arguably, Caliban's language and actions demonstrate that he sees himself as someone who isn't equal and doesn't belong. Some would argue Caliban acts in an animalistic manner, which further sets him apart from society.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'outsider'
An outsider is someone who is not liked or accepted to a particular group or society and feels different from them.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: That an argument needs to present a balanced viewpoint for both sides of the argument. Correction: An argument needs to give your reasons behind your answer to the question.
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- Considering how to use body language and voice to perform a convincing monologue Study Guide
- Consolidating our understanding of the plot of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Constructing a debate on the presentation of Caliban in 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Crafting a monologue from the perspective of Caliban from 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Crafting a monologue in Ariel's voice from Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Exploring Prospero and Caliban's relationship in Act 1 Scene 2 of 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Exploring Prospero's power over Caliban in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Exploring Prospero's power over Miranda in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Exploring Shakespearean theatre as a sensory experience Study Guide
- Exploring the power dynamics between Prospero and Ariel in 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Exploring the treatment of Caliban in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Improving an essay on Prospero's power over Caliban in 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Introducing the role and presentation of Ariel in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Planning an essay on Prospero's power over Caliban in 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Revising the theme of inequality in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Structuring an imaginative monologue in relation to Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Understanding Caliban's role and presentation in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Understanding the characters of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Understanding the perspective of an outsider in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Understanding the plot of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Understanding the portrayal of Miranda in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Writing a diary in the voice of Miranda from Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Writing a monologue in Ariel's voice from Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Writing about Prospero's treatment of Ariel in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Writing an essay on Prospero's treatment of Caliban in 'The Tempest' Study Guide
- Writing the monologue of an outsider in relation to Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' Study Guide
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