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Analyzing and presenting a dramatic monologue
ACTIvITy 4.4
Learning Targets
• Analyze and compare the text and performance of a dramatic monologue.
• Create stage directions and present an effective oral interpretation.
Preparing for an Oral Presentation
First, your teacher will do an oral interpretation of one of the monologues included in this activity.
1. As you listen to and watch the oral interpretation of the monologue, think about the voice, facial expressions, and gestures that you see. How do they help convey the tone and sense of the monologue?
2. While listening a second time, turn to the page with the text of the monologue and mark the text by highlighting punctuation. Also place an asterisk (*) next to interesting use of language that helps you understand the persona of the speaker and the intended audience.
Preview
In this activity, you will analyze a dramatic monologue, and then present an oral interpretation of the monologue.
Setting a Purpose for Reading
• As you read your assigned monologue, mark words that help you understand the persona of the speaker.
• Circle unknown words and phrases. Try to determine the meaning of the words by using context clues, word parts, or a dictionary.
my Notes
About the Author
Deborah Karczewski teaches English and Drama at the high school level. She wrote Teens Have Feelings Too! to give her drama students relevant and compelling material to practice with.
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leArNING sTrATeGIes:
Marking the Text, Discussion Groups, Rereading, Brainstorming, Rehearsal, Choral Reading, Role Playing, Drafting
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