Symbolism in Their Eyes Were Watching God...

The mule scene in Their Eyes Were Watching God is rather well-known. We have begun to discuss what we think mules symbolize in class but in your writing tonight, I want you to examine in depth the scene from Chapter 6. How does Hurston personify the mule? Why does she do this?  Why is this scene significant? What is Hurston trying to achieve with this scene? Write a brief response and use evidence to support your thinking.

"To be or not to be..."

Tonight you will read the most famous soliloquy in Hamlet. As you read, I want you to contemplate why this soliloquy is so famous? What is Hamlet addressing in this soliloquy and why does it resonate with people today?

Below you will find a few different versions of this soliloquy being performed. How might you perform this soliloquy?

Hamlet

Welcome back!

Tonight for homework, I want you to contemplate the role of the Ghost in Act 1 of Hamlet. What is his purpose? Is it for good?  What do you think about the story the Ghost tells Hamlet? Why do you think the Ghost asks Hamlet to "Remember me?" What expectations does this line place on Hamlet?

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