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A Teacher's Guide to the Signet Classic Edition of William Shakespeare's Othello Study GuideA Teacher's Guide to the Signet Classic Edition of William Shakespeare's Othello Study Guide
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Penguin Books
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9th - Higher Ed
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A Teacher's Guide to the Signet Classic Edition of William Shakespeare's Othello

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Villains populate literature. These dastardly characters serve as a contrast to the hero who they set out to destroy. Iago, the villain of Shakespeare's tragedy Othello, certainly rates as one of the most despicable. Motivated by jealousy and seeking revenge, Iago sets out to poison Othello's mind against the fair Desdemona. This teaching guide helps readers navigate the stormy seas of the complex drama and track Iago's course of destruction of the once noble Moor.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

william shakespeare, othello, tragedies, villains, critical thinking, literary analysis, dramatic plays, racism, jealousy, foreshadowing, symbols, dramatic irony, literary themes, universal themes

Instructional Ideas

  • Before beginning the play, assign different groups one of the research projects and have them report their findings to the class

Classroom Considerations

  • The 17-page guide includes a synopsis of the play, before, during, and after reading activities and discussion questions, as well as activities designed for various ability levels

Pros

  • Includes suggestions for research projects that provide the cultural context for the play

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RL.9-10.10a RL.9-10.10b RL.11-12.10a RL.11-12.10b

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