Romeo & Juliet - Act-by-Act Analysis in Science Fiction Context
English
Year 9
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~16 mins
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A comprehension worksheet focusing on Act-by-Act analysis of Romeo & Juliet, adapted with a science fiction theme to enhance engagement and analytical skills for Year 9 students.
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Romeo & Juliet - Act-by-Act Analysis in Science Fiction Context
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Section 1: Scene Summary and Context
In this act, we find Romeo and Juliet in a futuristic setting on a distant planet, where their families are rival space colonies. The scene depicts their secret encounter in a high-tech docking bay, illuminated by neon lights and holographic projections. Romeo contemplates the risks of their forbidden alliance amidst the backdrop of intergalactic conflict. Juliet expresses her hope for peace, even as security drones patrol overhead. The scene is punctuated by the use of advanced technology and language inspired by science fiction, blending Shakespearean dialogue with futuristic imagery. A short phrase like 'star-crossed' encapsulates their doomed fate, now set against a cosmic backdrop. The act explores themes of love versus conflict, identity, and fate, reimagined in a sci-fi universe, offering a modern lens through which to analyse Shakespeare’s enduring themes.
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Identify and briefly explain the significance of the phrase 'star-crossed' in the context of this sci-fi adaptation.
[2 marks]2.
What futuristic elements are introduced in the scene to modernise Shakespeare's original setting?
[2 marks]3.
Describe how the theme of conflict is represented in this sci-fi adaptation.
[3 marks]4.
Analyse the use of language in the scene summary. How does it blend traditional Shakespearean themes with science fiction?
[5 marks]5.
Identify a Shakespearean technique evident in the phrase 'star-crossed'.
[2 marks]6.
Considering the sci-fi setting, how might the theme of love be challenged differently than in the original play?
[3 marks]7.
Create a short dialogue (4 lines) between Romeo and Juliet set in this futuristic scene, expressing their feelings.
[5 marks]8.
What literary device is most prominent in the phrase 'star-crossed', and what effect does it have?
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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