Shakespeare

Macbeth Starting with the moment in Act 1 Scene 5 when Lady Macbeth reads her husband's letter, explore how Shakespeare presents Lady Macbeth as a powerful woman. Write about how she is presented at this moment and in the play as a whole.

Romeo and Juliet Starting with the moment in Act 3 Scene 1 when Mercutio is fatally wounded, explore how Shakespeare presents violence in the play. Write about this moment and the play as a whole.

Much Ado About Nothing Starting with the moment in Act 4 Scene 1 when Claudio rejects Hero at the wedding, explore how Shakespeare presents ideas about honour. Write about this moment and the play as a whole.

The Merchant of Venice Starting with the moment in Act 1 Scene 3 when Shylock agrees to lend money to Antonio, explore how Shakespeare presents Shylock as an outsider. Write about this moment and the play as a whole.