Friday, May 4, 2012

English 10A

We read and discussed Act 3, scenes 1 and 2 and then you read scene 3 with a partner. For homework, finish reading all of Act 3 -- to page 61. Take notes on the changes in Romeo and Juliet.
Since they decided to marry, what has happened? Why?
Highlight key speeches by both characters to demonstrate what they have learned through the pain they have both experienced in Act 3.

We discussed Blake's notion of innocence and experience. If one were purely ALL innocence that would equal ignorance yet ALL experience can equal cynicism. It is in combining the two where heroism is discovered. Facing our betrayals and hardships with understanding and grace is true experience.

Arrive to class Tuesday prepared to write your ideas into a formal paragraph.
You may bring in notes that you have prepared and you may use your text.
Review how to cite.