The purpose of this web quest is for you to develop an understanding of the renowned English writer – William Shakespeare. Ninth grade is a perfect opportunity to expose you to his incredible writings ---as you will study him extensively in your high school years. He is often referred to as 'The Bard' which you may see mentioned throughout your web quest.
One of the most influential writers of our time was William Shakespeare. Even in this 21st century, our culture and society have been greatly impacted by his words and phrases. To better appreciate literature and society, one must develop an understanding of Shakespeare and his plays. The completion of this web quest will allow you to begin to understand Elizabethan England during the 16th century, in regard to culture, customs, fashion, past times, and social classes. In addition, you will also gain knowledge about The Globe Theater and William Shakespeare's life as the man, the poet, and the play writer.
One of the most influential writers of our time was William Shakespeare. Even in this 21st century, our culture and society have been greatly impacted by his words and phrases. To better appreciate literature and society, one must develop an understanding of Shakespeare and his plays. The completion of this web quest will allow you to begin to understand Elizabethan England during the 16th century, in regard to culture, customs, fashion, past times, and social classes. In addition, you will also gain knowledge about The Globe Theater and William Shakespeare's life as the man, the poet, and the play writer.
Your Job!
Your job in this webquest is to gather information from the variety of resources available to you on the internet and put together a "snapshot" of Elizabethan English and the theater culture that thrived in England during the 16th century. The "snapshot" will be comprised of various information from four categories:
1. British History and Society
2. Education, Religion, and Marriage Customs
3. The Elizabethan/Globe Theater
4. The Life of William Shakespeare
*** Make sure you remember to record all your answers IN DETAIL AND IN COMPLETE SENTENCES on lined paper. If you need help, or do not understand how to do this please ask me for help. This is suppose to be a fun mission, and I want you to accomplish it successfully!
Begin "Where in the World is William Shakespeare" Web-quest mission: Click on 1. British History and Society at the top of the page.
1. British History and Society
2. Education, Religion, and Marriage Customs
3. The Elizabethan/Globe Theater
4. The Life of William Shakespeare
*** Make sure you remember to record all your answers IN DETAIL AND IN COMPLETE SENTENCES on lined paper. If you need help, or do not understand how to do this please ask me for help. This is suppose to be a fun mission, and I want you to accomplish it successfully!
Begin "Where in the World is William Shakespeare" Web-quest mission: Click on 1. British History and Society at the top of the page.