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Which subject	English
What topic	Romeo & Juliet prologue
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 9
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Romeo & Juliet Prologue

Objectives

• Analyze the language and structure of the prologue of Romeo and Juliet.
• Understand the themes introduced in the prologue.
• Develop skills in interpreting and discussing literary texts.
• Enhance vocabulary related to Shakespearean language.

Materials

• Copies of the Romeo and Juliet prologue (printed or digital)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Discussion questions handout
• Audio recording of the prologue (optional)
• Dictionary or thesaurus (for vocabulary assistance)

Grade/Age Group

Year 9

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Standards

• Engaging with literary texts
• Understanding language features of different text types
• Developing analytical and discussion skills

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 min	Briefly introduce Romeo and Juliet, its importance, and the significance of the prologue.
2	Reading the Prologue	10 min	Read the prologue aloud. Students can follow along with their copies. Optionally, play an audio recording.
3	Vocabulary Exploration	5 min	Identify and discuss challenging words from the prologue. Use dictionaries/thesauruses for support.
4	Group Discussion	5 min	Divide the class into small groups. Provide discussion questions. Encourage analysis of themes and language.
5	Class Sharing	5 min	Groups share their insights and findings with the class. Facilitate and guide the discussion.
6	Conclusion	3 min	Wrap up the lesson by summarizing key points and themes. Highlight the relevance of the prologue to the play.
7	Homework Assignment	2 min	Assign homework related to the themes of the prologue and ask students to reflect in writing without presenting.

Homework

• Write a short reflection (200-300 words) on how the themes presented in the prologue might influence the events of Romeo and Juliet. Encourage students to connect personal insights without requiring verbal presentations in class.

Lesson script