Working with a Play
When reading a play we need to be aware of the following literary elements:
1. Exposition.
2. Conflict.
3. Complication.
4. Rising Action.
5. Climax.
6. Falling Action.
7. Resolution.
1. Exposition: to introduce the setting and the characters.
2. Conflict: The basic struggle, dilemma or challenge that moves a plot
forward.
3. Complication: Plot events that lead the protagonists (main characters)
further into conflict.
4. Rising Action: The part of the plot in which the drama escalates – rising
towards the climax.
Homework: finish test and answer the Act I/II/III/IV Questions on page 114
How does the relationship between Higgins and Eliza develop the plays
central message about class division?
You may relate to the following points:
1. Language
2. Identity
3. Status
Does a change in their relationship signify a change in the plays message?
Relate to their different perspectives on life!
Identity
What happens to Eliza in terms of personal identity?
A change in manners makes her into
Even though her social status changed
"lady".
Her personal identity hasn’t altered
She claims that she is a "respectable
woman".
The change – acquisition of "higher"
language" changes her social position in
society
Different Perspectives
Identity the different perspective within a text and or among the
readers/characters of a text (HOT).
How does the relationship between Higgins and Eliza develop the plays
central message about class division.