Sorry we had problems today, Geoffrey. We'll make sure you get the notes.
Thanks to all the readers and moderators today--absolutely excellent work. It was great to see so many people involved with incredible theories--Keenan, Leanne, Anders, Sydney, Josef, Orla, Natrine, Meriah, Natasha. If I've missed anyone, let me know. If your name is not on here, let's here from you more tomorrow. Marita, be sure to get the notes. We discussed the significance of the repetition of "foul fiend" and the use of foul imagery--toads, newts, rats, mud etc.
We read Act 3, scene 4 and spoke a lot about the role of disguise in the play and the disguises which Edgar and Kent chose and what they represent. We spoke of the bear image, the storm symbol, the duality of man --sinner and saved, evil and good. We spoke about suffering and I assigned one question which is due Friday. Choose either A 1 or 2 or B 1 or 2.
Literary Paragraphs and what/sowhat charts
A1: In a para. of 300 to 500 words discuss the role of suffering in Act 3.
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A2: In a para. of 300 to 500 words discuss how the following heading is applicable to Act 3: Loyalty is found in strange places.
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B1: Create 10 headlines which reveal the pathos in Act 3.
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B2: Create a diary entry from Lear's point of view to depict what he has learned in Act 3.
Submit a what/so what chart and your response Friday. If you cannot make that deadline, let me know today. Thanks.
Read ahead if you feel you need more time to add to our discussions-Scenes 5, 6, and 7 will be covered tomorrow! Friday, I collect your paragraphs and we start on Act 4.
Keep in mind that Act 3 is the climax of the play. What needs to blow up? What needs to happen as a result of Lear's blindness to his own and to other's "foul fiend"
