Grade 10 Literature: Romeo and Juliet

Introduction

Good Morning everyone!

I hope you are are well and doing as much work at home as possible. The purpose of this WebQuest is for you to understand one of the most important themes in the play, Romeo and Juliet. LOVE is mentioned frequently throughout the play and plays an important role in the plot of the play.

Watch the video below as I briefly explain the theme and hopefully, it will inspire your writing in your upcoming essay.

 

https://youtu.be/oI0cnDHkOoY

 

Task

Write and essay of 350 - 400 words (1 1/2 - 2 pages).

Marks: 25

Love manifests itself in a multitude of ways in the play. Compare and contrast Romeo's love for Rosaline and Romeo's love for Juliet. Consider love as it exists in the Capulet household. How does love operate between the Capulet and Montague families, the Prince, the Nurse, and Friar Lawrence?

 

Your essay should include:

  • an introduction, body, and conclusion.
  • the correct word count at the end of the essay.

 

Process

INSTRUCTIONS:

  • This task is an essay question.
  • Please use a mind map and include it in your task.
  • Please use your Romeo and Juliet book and any additional resources.
  • Pay special attention to your spelling and grammar.
  • You are allowed to quote from your Romeo and Juliet book.
  • All the best!!!

 

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO USE:

 

YOUTUBE VIDEOS:

Video SparkNotes: Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRrvQ1vZxcg

 

'Love' in Romeo and Juliet: Key Question and Analysis

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFrFePKJKVU

 

 

Evaluation
CRITERIA

EXCEPTIONAL

(10 - 15)

MODERATE

(7 - 9)

INADEQUATE

(6 - 0)

CONTENT

15 MARKS

Interpretation of topic.

Depth of argument, justification, and grasp of text.
  • In-depth interpretation of topic.
  • Range of striking arguments extensively supported from text.
  • Excellent understanding of genre and text.
  • Shows some sort of understanding of the topic, not all aspects explored in detail.
  • Some good points in support of topic.
  • Some arguments supported, but evidence is always convincing.
  • Partial understanding of genre and text.
  • Very little understanding of the topic.
  • Weak attempt to answer the question.
  • Arguments not convincing.
  • Learner has not come to grips with the genre and text.

STRUCTURE AND LANGUAGE

10 MARKS

Structure, logical flow, and presentation. Language, tone and style used in the essay.

(8 - 10)

  • Coherent structure.
  • Excellent introduction and conclusion.
  • Arguments well-structured and clearly developed.
  • Language, tone, and style mature, impressive, and correct.

(5 - 7)

  • Some evidence of structure.
  • Logic and coherent apparent but flawed.
  • Some language errors; tone and style mostly appropriate.
  • Paragraphing mostly correct.

(4 - 0)

  • Lack of planned structure impedes flow of argument.
  • Language errors and incorrect style make this an unsuccessful piece of writing.
  • Inappropriate tone and styling.
  • Paragraphing faulty.
MARK RANGE (20 - 25) (11 - 19) (10 - 0)

 

Conclusion

Learners, please be reminded that this literature task will count towards your term grade, so it is important that you do well if you want to pass. Consult the given sources, and don't be afraid to ask for help. 

 

DUE DATE: 17 SEPTEMBER 2021

 

Thank you all so much, and happy writing!!!

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YUSRA KHAN

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