Euripides’ great play explores the role of pride and personality and gender when they come in conflict with the will of the gods.
ID:
SD2
Type:
resource
Language:
English
Subject:
English Drama
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A Close Focus
A series of questions focus systematically on the text, usually chapter by chapter or scene by scene. The aim is to have the student come into a close examination of what is being said and how it is said.
Critical essay
In about 2000 words the text is critically assessed from a specific viewpoint – structure, character, theme.
Characters
The text relies on characters to develop its plot and story line. Carefully composed questions lead students to understand the developing and complex motivations of key characters.
Issues
By focusing on a number of issues and asking penetrating questions the student is lead to a deeper understanding of the concerns of the text.
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The Bacchae - A Close Focus (51 KB PDF)
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