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^ evidence log

Before moving on to a

new selection, go to your

Evidence Log and record

what you learned from

Act III of The Tragedy of

Macbeth.

Speaking and listening

1. Choose a Speech The speech you choose should be one in which one
   of the two main characters clearly argues in favor of a particular course
   of action. The speech could be a soliloquy or monologue, which is a long
   speech that is addressed to another character.


2. Analyze the Speech To prepare for your recitation, analyze the speech
   with your partner. Analyze the speech for the following:
   • point of view—think about how the character’s point of view affects
   the delivery of his or her speech.
   • reasoning—consider how the character’s reasoning is reflected in the
   speech.
   • word choice—what words are particularly effective in revealing the
   character’s state of mind?
   • emphasis—what is the main emphasis in the speech?
   • links between ideas—how does the character connect his or her
   ideas? Are the connections logical and realistic?


3. Rehearse the Recitation Choose which partner will perform the
   recitation, and which will “direct” it, providing constructive feedback on
   its presentation. Once you have chosen roles, rehearse the speech until
   you both are satisfied and comfortable with it.


4. Present the Recitation As you present your recitation, keep these
   things in mind:
   • Speak clearly enough to be understood.
   • Speak loudly enough to be heard.
   • Give emphasis to the important points in the speech.
   • Make clear transitions from one idea to another.
   • Speak with emotion that conveys your interpretation of the speech.


5. Lead a Discussion Lead a class discussion after the recitation, based
   on what you learned while you were preparing your recitation. With your
   fellow students, analyze Shakespeare’s choices in creating the character,
   and identify the ways in which Shakespeare brought that character to life.

Assignment

With a partner, choose a speech from this act in which either Macbeth

or Lady Macbeth argues for a particular course of action. Analyze the

speech, and then, using your analysis, prepare and deliver an oral

recitation of the speech to the class. Make sure your recitation reflects

your insights into the character’s purpose and personality. Then, lead the

class   in  a   discussion  about   the     speech. 

eFFecTive eXPReSSion

 STANDARDS

Reading Literature

Analyze the impact of the author’s

choices regarding how to develop

and relate elements of a story or

drama.

Speaking and Listening

•   Initiate and participate effectively

in a range of collaborative

discussions with diverse partners

on grades 11–12 topics, texts, and

issues, building on others’ ideas and

expressing their own clearly and

persuasively.

•   Evaluate a speaker’s point of view,

reasoning, and use of evidence

and rhetoric, assessing the stance,

premises, links among ideas, word

choice, points of emphasis, and tone

used.

•   Adapt speech to a variety of

contexts and tasks, demonstrating

a command of formal English when

indicated or appropriate.

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Strategic Support

Performance Art To support those students

who struggle with performing before a group,

ask for volunteers in the class to record and

model a presentation for others to use. Then,

provide that recording so that struggling

partners can review it to improve their natural

delivery of lines. Remind students that rehearsal

is important. Then allow the students to

present to a small group of classmates before

performing for the entire class.

Speaking and Listening

1. Choose a Speech You may wish to guide
   students in choosing their characters by asking
   them to consider whose perspective most
   interests them.


2. Analyze the Speech Have students mark
   relevant words that call attention to the
   highlights of the speech. Point out that
   partners should agree on where to pause and
   what gestures or facial expressions to use to
   convey the desired tone.


3. Rehearse the Recitation Encourage students
   to practice in a quiet room or hallway apart
   from others, so they can become comfortable.


4. Present the Recitation You may wish to
   present a few ideas to help students relax
   before they begin their presentations. Suggest
   deep breathing exercises; pacing to get rid
   of nervous energy; and most importantly,
   visualizing the audience enjoying the
   presentation.


5. Lead a Discussion Suggest that partners take
   turns leading the class discussion. It is their job
   to keep the conversation moving and on topic.
   Remind students that each person may have his
   or her own interpretation, and that they should
   respect individual opinions as the group comes
   to a consensus. Students might also wish to
   assign someone to act as secretary and take
   notes.
   For more support, see Speaking and Listening:
   oral Recitation and Discussion.

FoRmAtIve ASS eSS ment

Speaking and Listening

•   If students struggle to decide which speech to

choose, then have them list several speeches

from the play and choose one that appeals

to them.

•   If students struggle with their character

interpretations, then have them watch other

pairs until they feel comfortable performing.

For Reteach and Practice, see Speaking

and Listening: oral Recitation and

Discussion (RP).

Selection test

Administer the “The Tragedy of Macbeth, Act III”

Selection Test, which is available in both print and

digital formats online in Assessments.

evidence Log Support students in completing

their Evidence Log. This paced activity will

help prepare them for the Performance-Based

Assessment at the end of the unit.

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