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B. Elie 11/29 /211 World Literature The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare

B. Elie 11/29 /211 World Literature The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare. Objectives: SWBAT: explain the significance of ‘the pound of flesh’. Aim: What does ‘the pound of flesh’ symbolize in the play ? H. W.: Answer the aim, in two paragraphs .

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B. Elie 11/29 /211 World Literature The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare

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  1. B. Elie 11/29 /211 World Literature The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare

  2. Objectives: SWBAT: • explain the significance of ‘the pound of flesh’.

  3. Aim: What does ‘the pound of flesh’ symbolize in the play ? • H. W.: Answer the aim, in two paragraphs . • Do Now: When was the pound of flesh first mentioned?

  4. Mini-lesson: Symbols _ objects, characters, figures, and colors used to represent abstract ideas or concepts _add to understanding of theme, characters. • Ex. The star of David represents the Jewish religion. • What does ‘the pound of flesh’ represent?

  5. Activities: Reading and discussion Explain significance of the pound of flesh.

  6. The pound of flesh: • It is significant that Bassanio’s debt is to be paid with Antonio’s flesh, showing how their friendship is so binding that it has made them almost one. • It calls attention to Shylock’s inflexible adherence to the law. • Also, it is as if Shylock were seeking recompense for the loss of his own flesh and blood, Jessica, by collecting it from his enemy.

  7. Summary: Answer the aim.

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