Worksheet on Much Ado About Nothing: Comedy Techniques in Reimagined Fairy Tales
English
Year 9
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A creative writing and analysis worksheet exploring comedy techniques in Much Ado About Nothing, framed within reimagined fairy tales.
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Worksheet on Much Ado About Nothing: Comedy Techniques in Reimagined Fairy Tales
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Grade Year 9
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Excerpts from Much Ado About Nothing
DON JOHN: I cannot hide what I am: I must be cruel only to be kind; thus, I answer that I must be cruel only to be kind, thus, I answer that I must be cruel only to be kind. If I offend, it is with my wit, which is so wise as to seem foolish in the world's eye; and I will go for that I cannot show it to my shame. I will be proud and straight in my mind. I will be as honest as the day is long, and as true as steel. I will not love anyone but myself; I will not be swayed or swerved by any treacherous humours of the heart. I will be as firm as a rock, and as steadfast as the sun in the firmament. I will not be driven by unworthy passions, nor do I care for the opinions of others. I will speak my mind and hold my ground. So, I take my leave of you, and I thank you for your patience. Farewell, and be true to yourself. (Exit)
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Question 1
Identify one dramatic device used in the extract and explain its effect.
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What dramatic device is exemplified by Don John declaring his intentions and attitude? Explain how this device influences the audience's understanding of his character.
[2 marks]C
Question 2
Analyse the tone of Don John's speech.
1.
How would you describe the tone of Don John's speech? Support your answer with specific words or phrases from the extract.
[2 marks]D
Question 3
Identify and explain a comedy technique used in Shakespeare's play that could be reimagined in a fairy tale context.
1.
Which comedy technique is most evident in Don John's speech, and how might it be adapted into a fairy tale setting?
[2 marks]E
Question 4
Creative Writing Task: Reimagine a scene as a fairy tale.
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Write a short fairy tale scene inspired by Don John's speech, featuring a villain who pretends to be noble but is secretly malicious. Use at least two comedy techniques discussed.
F
Question 5
Identify a pun or wordplay in the extract and discuss its humorous effect.
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Is there any wordplay or pun in Don John's speech? If so, what is it, and how does it add to the comedy?
[2 marks]G
Question 6
Analyse the language style used in the extract.
1.
How does Shakespeare's choice of language contribute to the comedic or dramatic tone in Don John's monologue?
[2 marks]H
Question 7
Identify the emotional tone of Don John's speech and explain its impact.
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What is the emotional tone of Don John's speech, and how might this be exaggerated or softened for a fairy tale reimagining?
[2 marks]I
Question 8
Assessment: Reflect on how comedy devices create character and mood.
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In what ways do comedy techniques like irony, exaggeration, or wordplay help develop characters and mood in Shakespeare's play?
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