6 | Moby Dick CU Video Activities 2 c 41 Watch the video and answer the questions. ‘When was Herman Melville born? ‘What did he do for a living before writing professionally? Which events was Moby Dick inspired by? When does the story take place? weawne ‘What happens to the main characters of the book in the end? ‘Why does Ahab want to take revenge on the whale? How many members does the crew of the Pequod consist of? eua Which actor took roles in two different screen adaptations of the book? 2. Watch again and complete the summary. ‘Their father's failed businesses meant the Melville children grew up in 1) 1... However, Herman was able to study the 2 After an inspirational 3) sos VOFARE and influenced by real-world events, Melville wrote a novel about a ship called the Pequod, and its captain's quest for 4) . against a huge white whale called Moby Dick. The characters’ personality 5)... allow us to explore their social classes and 6). systems, But the novel is also about the 7) sonea: between good and evil, man and nature, and the destruction of sanity. However, it wasn't until the 8) that the novel became critically recognized. After that, it was adapted for film and television, and a coffee chain even took its | name from Captain Ahab’s first mate! t = — eewsiiit mM Describe the character of Captain Ahab and explain why his crew follow him so willingly on his hunt How for revenge. Bp8 | Strange Case g of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde c leo Activities 2 4], Watch the video and answer the questions. When was Robert Louis Stevenson born? When did he publish his first story? ‘What was Utterson’s profession? How does Dr. Jekyll transform into Mr. Hyde? ‘What does Mr. Hyde look like? How many copies did the novella sell within six months of its publication? aunwne 2, Watch again and complete the summary. Robert Louis Stevenson was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, and was mostly educated at home, due to his regular childhood ie Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde was written in the early 1880s. In the Victorian era, people had to 9 | The Picture o of Dorian Gray c leo Activities SB 41 Watch the video and mark the sentences T (true) or F (false). ON aH AWN ‘Oscar Wilde was imprisoned for his political beliefs. ‘Oscar Wilde's sole published novel is The Picture of Dorian Gray. The Picture of Dorian Gray was first published in 1880. The novel is set in North London. Basil Hallward paints Gray's portrait. With every sin he commits, Dorian Gray physically ages. Lord Henry Wotton corrupts Dorian Gray. ‘The novel was initially criticized for its lack of ethics. 2. Watch again and choose the correct words to complete the summary. Osear Wilde, born in 1) Dublin/Edinburgh in 1854, was a well-educated writer of many poems and plays. His only published novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray, revolves around 2) aestheticism/immortality and Gray's double life. In London's West End he is outgoing and reveling in life's 2) their feelings and personalities in order to nest 3) painipleasures, whereas in London’s East End he is dark, 83) cssssen .. and proper appearance. The main theme of the 4) elegant/seedy, and associates with 5) lowlifes/gentlemen. Readers 4) cocsssneeeenene 48 the inner 5) between the | side and the evil side in humans. The unemotional, 6) Utterson represents the perfect Victorian gentleman, in contrast to the 7) saosin Dr, Jekyll, who struggles to deal with his evil side, Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde was a huge success pop culture worldwide. and has 8)... witness Gray's 6) ascent/downfall from a beautiful, young man to a selfish 7) eriminal/artist. Adopting Wotton’s 8) immoral/moral opinions, he 9) loses/sacrifices his soul for eternal 10) youth/maturity and beauty. ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray has been adapted for ballets, books, operas, and the cinema. Cw ing In the original preface to The Picture of Dorian Gray, Oscar Wilde wrote “All art is quite useless." Is this the impression you received from reading the novel? Writing Most people nowadays know the true identity of Mr. Hyde before they start reading Strange Case of Dy. Jekyll and Ir. Hyde. Does this spoll the novel for the modern reader?=—_ 1 | Romeo and Juliet 41 Watch the video and decide if the following sentences are T (true) or F (false). William Shakespeare was born in the 1500s. The story of Romeo and Juliet takes place mostly in the city of Verona, Italy. Romeo and Juliet's servants are the main speakers in the play. Romeo kills Mercutio as revenge for the death of his friend. Romeo and Juliet only became popular after Shakespeare's death. ‘One theme of Romeo and Juliet is that fate can bring two people together, even if their families hate each other. Nounwna B The 1968 film version of Romeo and Juliet won an Oscar. 2. Watch again and complete the summary. In the mid-16th century, William Shakespeare was born in Stratford- ‘upon-Avon in England, and grew up to have great 1) asa playwright, actor, and poet. One of his most famous plays is Romeo and Juliet, a 2) vu that takes place in Italy during the 3) . The main characters are Romeo, Juliet, Romeo's friend Mereutio, and Juliet’s 4) ‘Tybalt. Although Romeo and Juliet love each other, the conflict between their families and the choice they make to get married ultimately lead to their Syst. However, this tragedy teaches their families to put their 6) .. in the interest of peace. Adapted in film, literature, music, opera, and 7) , this incredible story is still able to fascinate and 8) .. _ people today. Writing Shakespeare came up with the story of Romeo and Juliet completely on his own. 2| Hamlet U Video Activities B 1 Watch the video and mark the sentences 7 (true) or F (false). Shakespeare was born in the mid-15th century. Shakespeare was a poet and actor. Hamlet is based on a true story. Hamlet takes place in the Kingdom of Denmark. Hamlet killed his father to become King, The full title is The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark. King Claudius is Prince Hamlet's uncle, and husband to his mother, Queen Gertrude. Suicide and fear of death are not important themes in the play. Charles Dickens has been inspired by Hamlet. Sweovanuawna Hamlet is one of history's most filmed stories. 2, Watch again and complete the sentences. 1 William Shakespeare was married to Anne Hathaway at... He had his own playing company, who constructed their own .. 3 Shakespeare wrote Hamlet using dramatic speech, complex language, and blank iscovers that his uncle had killed his father and seeks . 5 His actions following his father’s death and his anger towards his Uncle Claudius eventually lead to his downfall and & While remorseful for his crimes, Claudius doesn’t want to give up his life or his throne, so he plans 7 Gertrude, Hamlet's mother, does care for her son but feels, 8 Betrayal, revenge, and immorality eventually lead to maddening and ‘9 In the play's most famous speech, Hamlet touches on the topics of suicide and .. 10 A lot of authors have been inspired by Hamlet and created Hamlet-like In what way is the play Romeo and Juliet a good example of Man versus Society conflict? wri ing The theme of death is very important in Hamiet. Discuss some of the devices Shakespeare uses to keep it at the front of our minds.