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Teaching Introduction to tragedy & the tragic hero

Introduction to tragedy & the tragic hero

This text describes the elements of tragedy and characteristics of tragic heroes.\n<br><br>\n<i><u>Literature Set: Shakespeare's Tragedies (Text 2)</u> -- This text provides background information and context that can help students better understand Shakespeare's plays. Before reading a tragedy, assign this text so that students can understand its plot structure and characteristics of key characters.</i>\n<br><br>\n<a href="https://files.activelylearn.com/Teaching%20Guides/Teaching%20Guide%20Shakespeare%27s%20Tragedies%20Lit%20Set%20Guide%20%281%29.pdf">Click here to download the Teaching Guide for this set</a>

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ESSENTIAL QUESTION:

What are the key elements of tragedies?
STANDARDS:
RI.2 - Main Ideas

DEPTH OF KNOWLEDGE (DOK) LEVELS:

1,4
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