Henry V Lesson Plan

Model Choruses

Kind of Activity:

Research

Objective:

To better understand context for the chorus in Henry V.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.7, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.4

Structure:

Working individually or in groups, students will conduct research on the following topics, addressing the questions listed:

1. Greek choruses: What is the history of the Greek chorus? What are conventions that define Greek chorus? How is Shakespeare's chorus modeled on Greek choruses?

2. The Globe Theater: What is the history of the Globe theater? Who built it and for what reason? Do you think Shakespeare makes specific...