So much Shakespeare today!
1: We looked at our syntax translations of Shakespearian phrasing and our Shakespearizing of famous movies quotes - which were very clever methinks.
2: We listened to Mr. Tom Hiddleston reading Sonnet 18, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6Q_Ioj6AhQ, to hear the Bard's meter. Then, we identified the structural components of Sonnet 18: rhyme scheme, octave, volta, sestet. We paraphrased and briefly analyzed the meaning of the octave, volta, and sestet. Then, we identified the iambic pentameter of each line in preparation for our galloping.
3: To gallop properly, we were instructed by these people from the Royal Shakespeare Company to help us with our meter interpretation and physically interact with the rhythm of iambic pentameter. In case you want to practice more for next class: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Qv-sjQHgZ8.
Other than galloping for Wednesday's class, you will take Sonnets 116 & 130 and complete the following: 1. identify structure including octave, sestet, volta, rhyme scheme, and iambic pentameter throughout - will he throw in a trochee somewhere or mix up syllable length to mess with us? 2. translate/paraphrase any confusing lines 3. jot down analytical points with literary devices, themes, motifs, or anything else you notice.
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