7th+-+Standards

=**7th Grade – Macbeth:**=

Rather than students looking at Shakespeare's characters as just from "olden times" this lesson is designed for students to look into each character's personality, likes, dislikes, desires, etc. and then inquire within themselves -- looking for similar qualities that will connect them to the characters.

__Standards:__ Indiana State Academic Standards READING: Comprehension and Analysis of Literary Text: Analyze characterization as shown through a character's thoughts, words, speech patterns, and actions; the narrator's description; and the thoughts, words, and actions of other characters.

7.5.2 Write responses to literature that:
 * WRITING: Applications (Different Types of Writing and Their Characteristics) **

• develop interpretations that show careful reading, understanding, and insight.

• organize interpretations around several clear ideas, premises, or images from the literary work.

• support statements with evidence from the text 7.5.7 Write for different purposes and to a specific audience or person, adjusting style and tone as necessary.

2.1.6: Use the writing process, media and visual literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings. 8th Grade Benchmark: Create products that incorporate writing, visuals and other forms of media to convey message and main points. 3.1.3: Use writing and speaking skills to communicate new understandings effectively. 8th Grade Benchmark: Use dramatic, audio, and video presentation as appropriate for subject and audience
 * 21st Century**