Murder in the Cathedral Lesson Plan

T.S. Eliot's Modernist Vision & Verse

Kind of Activity:

Group Discussion

Objective:

Students will analyze the dramatic & literary elements from Part I & the Interlude, and interpret the scene segments in relation to the play's events broader events, themes, & symbols.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.R.11-12.1, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.R.11-12.4, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.R.11-12.5, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.6

Structure:

Before beginning this activity, select 5-7 segments from any part of Part I and the Interlude that are particularly relevant for introducing and understanding how T.S. Eliot uses language & verse in the play, particularly those...