COE: Act 5

Find the best way for Adriana to tell her story (5.1.136-160)

1. Told by exaggerated gestures by Adriana
2. told by Adriana with Luciana miming the actions
3. told by Adriana, but with the rest of the actors miming the action
4. told simply by Adriana, on her knees

Which works best? Why?

Egeon’s appeal to his son (5.1.308-319) First time through, work alone. Once you’re done, partner up and discuss.

1. Change the order
1. Rearrange the pieces so that the order of the sentences is different from that in the play. How many different ways of ordering can you find?
2. Asking question
1. Pick out two or three puzzling phrases from the speech. Upon closer inspection, what do they mean?
3. Which phrase do you like best?
1. Choose a phrase or line that appeals to you most. Why do you like this phrase the most? Share with peer.

The Most important line (5.1.406-end)

1. Which do you think is the most important line in the final section of the play? Be prepared to justify your response.