The scene that was selected for this modern transformation of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is Act 3‚ Scene 1. This scene was selected because it develops the themes of the role of violence in society‚ the consequences of hate‚ and the consequences of irresponsible or rash actions. The scene was made relevant to readers by changing the scene into a modern context. The modern context is one in which social media is a common commodity. This modern setting was selected because it is one
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Acts Essay The apostles must have had a great amount of boldness‚ heart‚ and courage to share the gospels with other. First‚ of all many people might have not accepted the word of God. One apostle I really admire is Paul. He is really faithful to God by doing what God commands him to do. Paul went to Iconium with Barnabas and spoke the gospel. Both of them spoke so effectively that a great number of Jews and Gentiles believed‚ but those who didn’t believe them hardened their hearts. With
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How does Shakespeare create tension in act 3 scene 1? Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy about “two star crossed lovers‚” each from a family with an ancient grudge against each other. After a party at the Capulet mansion Romeo and Juliet fall madly in love. However‚ Juliet is being forced to marry Paris who is desperately in love with her as the play was written in a patriarchal time. With conflict between the Capulets and Montagues it becomes difficult for Romeo and Juliet to see each other. After
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The Relationship of Macbeth and his wife in Act 1 Scene 5 and 7 From the beginning of the play‚ the relationship between Macbeth and his wife seem to be the expected partnership in romance‚ however‚ as the play progresses‚ our expectations seems to change for the worst. We are informed that Macbeth desires to be King of Scotland and initially‚ his wife appears to be supportive of him as a wife should be but her response to this changes quite drastically as we read further on. We are first introduced
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Nikki Shearman Professor Kelly Wiechart English 2310 7 September 2013 Culture Theme of Gilgamesh and The Tempest Act I and Act II The theme selected is power in culture in the post colonialism period; culture viewed through post colonialism ties into the social hierarchy and religion. In the post colonialism period there is a society that is suppressed by their leaders and that culture can be seen in both literary works The Tempest and Gilgamesh: A Verse Narrative. The culture and power theme
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The Missing Scene From Macbeth: Act III‚ Scene 4 Enter FLEANCE [FLEANCE walks in‚ clearly distraught‚ tired and grief written on his face.] FLEANCE Father was right! Macbeth is a traitor. He had my father killed for knowing too much Macbeth might have even killed Duncan. [FLEANCE stops‚ looking at his surroundings] Enter HECATE. [Appears out of nowhere to FLEANCE‚ puff of smoke where she enters.] HECATE It is not for you to wonder about things you would not understand‚ child of Banquo‚ heir to
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How does Shakespeare present conflict in act 3 scene 1? In William Shakespeare’s play ‘Romeo and Juliet’ there is alot of conflict particularly in act 3 scene 1. The audience find conflict interesting to watch because it creates drama and tension. Shakespeare uses many dramatic devices to present this; some of these techniques include foreshadowing‚ puns and irony to add to this effect. Another reason why Shakespeare uses conflict in the play is so that the audience are able to get attached to it
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Scene 4: Conflict Act 4: Setting: Classroom Characters: Lorraine‚ James‚ Esmeralda‚ Classmates‚ Teacher Lorraine - Narration: My conflict with my friends left me unwanted‚ all alone. But still at least I have James who really cares for me. No one will ever break us apart. Note: Esmeralda should be near James (Teacher Enters) Teacher: Good morning Class! Classmates: Good morning Teacher! *class sits down* Teacher: So‚ you have a new classmate who just transfered here from Paco Catholic
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What is established in Hamlet‚ act I? Act I of Hamlet is mainly a highly successful exposition but also establishes elements of the revenge tragedy‚ a distinct tone and mood and Elizabethan values still resonating with modern society. Additionally‚ the act is part of arguably Shakespeare’s best play and in itself is a sophisticated and effective piece of theatre. Beginning on a tense‚ cold night in Denmark act I of Hamlet successfully introduces setting‚ characters and plot‚ all of which further
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What happens in Act 3 Scene 1? It is a crucial scene‚ a turning point and it determines the rest of the action. It is a tense and exciting scene for the audience and tragic at the same time. In this scene‚ soon after Romeo and Juliet secret marriage‚ Tybalt kills Mercutio and then Romeo kills Mercutio to take revenge. Then‚ Romeo is banished from Verona. Paragraph1: Why were tension and excitement created? Mercutio is not in a good mood but he is in argumentative mood‚ he seems angry
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