Macbeth Multi-Genre Paper Project A multi-genre paper is a collection of different types of writing that are related by sharing the same theme and/or subject matter. You will create a multi-genre paper based on your reading and discussion of the play, Macbeth. Your paper will be a collection consisting of a variety of different types of writing. Tier One Components (All Required) Cover Page Table of Contents Character Analysis Essay Obituary Appendix Works Cited Tier Two Component Options (Select Two) Macbeth soundtrack Detective Investigation of Duncan’s Murder Newspaper Article Responses Elizabethan Commercial Tier Three Component Options (Select One) Advisory Letter to Macbeth Character Interview Bio-Poem Visual Representation of Characters Board Game Tier One Rubric (120 pts) Correct formatting (MLA and otherwise stated) Labeled/Identified Complete Thoughtful Organization Writing Quality (including, but not limited to Unforgiveables) Tier Two Rubric (40 pts each) Aesthetically formatted Labeled/Identified Complete Creative Thoughtful More than three written quality errors will result in an automatic C. Tier Three Rubric (20 pts) Aesthetically formatted Well Labeled/Identified Complete Creative Thoughtful More than three written quality errors will result in an automatic C. Due Date: ________________________________ Note: You are responsible for providing your own materials for this assignment, including any programs or other electronic devices that you want to use but are not readily available at school. Take this into consideration as you choose which Tier II & III components you would like to choose. Gottlieb Page 1 Formatting Requirements All documents (essays, rationales, explanations, and written elements) should follow MLA Style Conventions unless otherwise stated. To cite a play, remember the parenthetical citation should include the author’s last name and the act, scene, and line numbers (Shakespeare I.ii.58-63), using upper and lower case Roman numerals for the act and scene. Your last name and page number will appear in the upper right hand corner of every page except the cover (this includes all pages in the Appendix). For ease of completion, it is recommended you hand-write all page numbers. For identification purposes, the first page of every component should be titled; this includes Appendix components. Components submitted in the digital drop box must be titled as your block, last name, and component title. Digital Drop Box Directions (preferred) 1. Save the file to your “My Documents” folder or a USB device. Use your block, name, and the component name as the file’s name (Ex: 1ASmithCommercial). 2. Close the application (Microsoft Word, etc.) 3. Open your Internet Browser (Internet Explorer or Google Chrome if at school) 4. Go to www.dropitto.me/msgottlieb 5. Enter the password englishrocks! in order to upload a file 6. Click on “Browse” and upload your file. Make sure that it is your final copy BEFORE uploading! Global Drive Directions (alternate) Note: Only use these directions if you have first attempted to use the digital dropbox and have had problems that you were unable to resolve. 1. Save the file to your “My Documents” folder or a USB device. Use your block, name, and the component name as the file’s name (Ex: 1ASmithCommercial). 2. Close the application (Microsoft Word, etc.) 3. Click on “My Computer.” 4. Click on the Global Drive (G:). 5. Open the folder named “Gottlieb.” 6. Open the folder for the block you have Ms. Gottlieb. (Example: “Block 1” for students in A1). 7. In another window, open “My Documents.” 8. Find your file, but do not open it. 9. Drag and drop the file into the “Inbox” folder. If you are unable to drag the file into my inbox, try to “Copy” and “Paste” it. Gottlieb Page 2 Tier One Component Prompts & Explanations ALL REQUIRED Cover Page The cover page must include a MLA heading, your project’s title, and an illustration or design (and parenthetical citation). It should be on the front of your collective project (glued to a manila folder, inserted into the clear cover of a binder, etc.). Table of Contents (NOT double spaced) Create a table of contents for each document in the project. See the example for formatting guidance. Character Analysis Essay Using the character from your Character Analysis Pre-Write Notes, write a 4-6 paragraph essay answering the following prompt. Pre-writing for your essay must include the pre-write notes completed in class, an outline of your argument, at least one rough draft (due on: _________________), and a peer review. Follow the Unforgivables. All pre-writing components must be included in your Appendix. Prompt: What does Shakespeare reveal about his belief in people (in general) based on the archetypal character you chose from the character analysis pre-write notes? Support with examples from the Macbeth. Obituary Write an obituary for one of the characters who die in Macbeth. Be sure to complete the pre-writing activity (“Obituary Pre-Write” handout) and include it in your Appendix. You may (within reason) make-up pertinent information about the character—be sure to stay true to the original storyline. Appendix The Appendix will contain all pre-writing or planning documents used during completion of your project. Please include an additional “cover page” to separate your project components from the Appendix. The top of each Appendix page should be labeled according to your Table of Contents Example: The first document in your Appendix will be the Character Analysis Pre-Write Notes, so “Appendix A: Character Analysis Pre-Write Notes” should be written and centered at the top. Don’t forget to include page numbers (continued from the project) on all Appendix pages. Page numbers can be hand written for this assignment with no deductions. Gottlieb Page 3 Works Cited Create a Works Cited page for any resources you use. This should include a citation for Macbeth and any other sources (newspaper/magazine articles referenced, song lyrics, sources of collage components (pictures), etc.). Don’t forget to include the page number; it should be the last page of your project and may be hand written. Gottlieb Page 4 Tier Two Component Prompts & Explanations CHOOSE TWO Macbeth Soundtrack Create a soundtrack for Macbeth. Choose two school appropriate songs that you feel define two important moments in the play. In one page each, and with at least three references to the scene and relevant characters, explain how this song speaks for the dramatic moment you have chosen. Your analysis should use concrete detail from the play and the song you’ve selected. To cite a song, you should include the artist’s last name/band name and the line number. Put the song lyrics (single-spaced) in your project’s Appendix. Detective Investigation of Duncan’s Murder Although we, as readers, know that Macbeth murdered Duncan, it was not evident to the characters in Macbeth. Pretend you are a detective investigating King Duncan’s murder. Choose two of the following suspects: Macbeth, Banquo, Malcolm, Donalbain, or Lady Macbeth. Construct a set of “notes” that discuss each character’s motive and why he/she might be the murderer. Be sure to use evidence from the text to the support reasons why this person may have murdered the King, and don’t forget to draw some kind of conclusion by the end of your investigation. Your “notes” should contain at least two entries. You may choose to complete the “notes” as a written work (diary/journal/case log) or as a video/audio journal. If you choose to make a video or audio journal, a transcript should be placed in your hard-copy project and a digital copy should be submitted in the digital drop box. Newspaper Article Responses Find a newspaper, magazine article, etc., on a current or recent corruptionrelated issue (an event that occurred within the twelve months). Write a personal response to this issue from the perspective of two different characters from Macbeth. Each response should be one page long. After each character’s response, create a bullet-pointed list of references (act/scene/lines) from Macbeth that support the response. For each reference, briefly explain why the indicated portion of the text supports the response you composed. Include a copy of the original article in the Appendix. Elizabethan Commercial Create and perform (video) an Elizabethan commercial done in the language of Shakespeare. For example, develop a commercial for a detergent that removes even the most stubborn blood stains, complete with a testimonial from Lady Macbeth. Your commercial should include a script, job descriptions/details for each group member, and a one page explanation/rationale that cites references from the play (all documents should be typed). This component option should be completed by a group of 3-4 students. Gottlieb Page 5 Tier Three Component Prompts & Explanations CHOOSE ONE Advisory Letter to Macbeth Write a letter (approximately one and a half pages in length) to Macbeth explaining why you either agree or disagree with specific actions he has taken (with respect to Duncan, Banquo, Macduff’s family, etc). Advise Macbeth on what he should do next and why. Character Interview Interview a character from the play, excluding Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. Write down five questions you would ask and five answers this character would give based on his/her actions in the play. Each answer should be a paragraph in length. Please bold the questions for easy identification. Bio-Poem A bio-poem is a 10 line poem that describes different aspects of a character’s personality. Use the template provided to create the bio-poem for one of the characters from Macbeth. You should be imaginative and creative when selecting the words to describe the character. After writing the poem, write an explanation of the words you chose (approximately a page in length). Your explanation may be formatted as a list, but it should be in complete and conherent sentences. Bio-Poem Template: Name of Character 4 traits that describe the character “Relative of…” (3 things) “Lover of…” (3 things) “Who feels…” (3 things) “Who needs…” (3 things) “Who fears…” (3 things) “Who gives…” (3 things) “Who would like to see…” (1 thing) “Resident of…” Visual Representation of Characters Create a visual representation (drawing, collage, painting, etc.) of two characters from Macbeth, depicting each character’s "true" characteristics (not just physicality). For each character’s representation include a two paragraph rationale. Board Game Create a board game for the tragedy of Macbeth. To connect to the tragedy in the game, you should incorporate character traits into the playing pieces and base the game’s progression off of the plot. The questions/challenges your game focuses on should be literary analysis, NOT plot-based (think about questions Ms. Gottlieb would be likely to ask on a test). Be sure you remember to identify the rules and procedures for the game. Suggestions for games to base your game off of include: Chutes & Ladders, Monopoly, Battleship, The Game of Life, Candyland, Guess Who?, and Pictionary. Gottlieb Page 6 Table of Contents (SAMPLE) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Cover Page Table of Contents Character Analysis Essay Obituary Macbeth Soundtrack Explanations Detective Investigation of Duncan’s Murder Case Log Character Interview Appendix A. Character Analysis Pre-Write Notes* B. Character Analysis Essay Outline* C. Character Analysis Essay Rough Draft* D. Character Analysis Peer Review* E. Character Analysis Essay Checklist* F. Obituary Pre-Write* G. Macbeth Soundtrack Lyrics H. Macbeth Soundtrack Explanations Rough Draft I. Case Log Rough Draft J. Character Interviews Rough Draft K. Works Cited Rough Draft 9. Works Cited Tips & Notes: You do not need to include page numbers in the Table of Contents. This is merely a list of the documents you’ve included in your project and in what order the viewer can expect to find them in your project. Starred Appendix components are required.* Gottlieb Page 7 Macbeth Multi-Genre Project Rubric Project Element Cover Page Table of Contents Points Earned Description Points Possible Tier One Components Complete o Illustration or design o Project title o MLA heading o Parenthetical Citation Formatting Title: Labeled/Identified Complete Formatting See separate rubric (on the back). 5 5 80 Character Analysis Essay Obituary Works Cited Appendix Choice 1 Macbeth soundtrack Detective Investigation of Duncan’s Murder Newspaper Article Responses Elizabethan Commercial Choice 2 Macbeth soundtrack Detective Investigation of Duncan’s Murder Newspaper Article Responses Elizabethan Commercial Choice Advisory Letter to Macbeth Character Interview Bio-Poem Visual Representation of Characters Board Game Title: Labeled/Identified Complete: Name, Date of Death, Adverb for Death, Remaining Family, Hometown, Titles/Achievements, and Service Info Formatting Title: Labeled/Identified Complete Formatting Located at the end of the project Cover Page Each Component is Labeled/Identified (Title) Complete o Minimum: Essay Pre-Write Notes, Outline, & Rough Draft, Peer Review, & Obituary Pre-Write Formatting Tier Two Components Aesthetically formatted Title: Labeled/Identified Complete Creative Thoughtful 10 10 40 More than three written quality errors will result in an automatic C. Aesthetically formatted Title: Labeled/Identified Complete Creative Thoughtful 40 More than three written quality errors will result in an automatic C. Tier Three Component Aesthetically formatted Title: Labeled/Identified Complete Creative Thoughtful 20 More than three written quality errors will result in an automatic C. Total Points Earned: Gottlieb 10 220 Page 8 Persuasive Essay Rubric: Macbeth Character Study Not Yet 0 1.0 (25%) Emerging 2.0 (50%) No thesis is provided. Simply repeats the topic. Lacks focus around an undeveloped thesis. Focuses, but may not display mature or well-developed content, around a weak thesis. Adequately focuses and develops ideas with detail around a sufficient thesis. Commentary is absent. Fails to establish inferential claims; explanation and elaboration are not apparent. Inferential claims are unclear. Commentary may be provided but does not connect to claims or evidence. Attempts inferential claims but position is unclear and/or tangential. Commentary does not always connect to the claim or evidence. Defends inferential connections with support and clarity. Commentary explains inferential connections. No concrete detail Shows almost no concrete detail. Contains serious flaws in use of concrete details. Contains irrelevancies, digresses, rambles, or lacks logic in use of concrete detail (not TIEd). Organizes ideas in a satisfactory manner with adequate concrete detail (may not always be TIEd). Focuses and develops ideas around a strong thesis in an effective and detailed manner. Makes clear, defendable inferential connections to the text. Commentary is provided to explain the connections to the whole piece of literature. Organizes ideas clearly and coherently using TIEd concrete detail appropriate to purposes. Meets most MLA style conventions within the paper. There are 2 errors. Meets almost all MLA style conventions within the paper. There is 1 error. Conforms to all MLA style conventions within the paper. Paper contains no MLA errors. The Works Cited conforms to most MLA style conventions; there are 2-3 errors. Uses a variety of sentence structures and word choice, but occasionally displays some wordiness or ineffective diction. Several errors in Standard English G.U.M. that do not impede meaning; indicates basic understanding of conventions. Advanced vocabulary is used correctly in the assignment, but does not include vocabulary words. The Works Cited conforms to most MLA style conventions; there is 1 error. The Works Cited conforms to all MLA style conventions. Uses varied sentence structure and word choice effectively. Uses multiple sentence structures and word choices effectively and with a sense of control for stylistic effect. No more than 3 errors in Standard English G.U.M., including: tenses, fused and fragmented sentences, and punctuation usage. Advanced vocabulary is consistently used correctly in the assignment (includes one vocabulary word). Commits no errors in Standard English rules for G.U.M., including: tenses, fused and fragmented sentences, and punctuation usage. Advanced vocabulary is consistently used correctly in the assignment (includes 2+ vocabulary words). (80%) Essay Structure & Focus Commentary Concrete Detail MLA Style Conventions Contains 6 or more errors in MLA style conventions. Works Cited does not conform to MLA conventions; contains 10+ errors. Uses inappropriate sentence structure and word choice. G.U.M. (Grammar, Usage, & Mechanics) Overwhelms the reader with serious violations of Standard English rules The author uses simplistic or weak word choice. Developing 2.5 (62.5%) Competent 3.0 (75%) Does not follow MLA style conventions consistently or contains 5 errors. The Works Cited conforms to most MLA style conventions; there are 8-9 errors. Meets few MLA style conventions within the paper. There are 4 errors. Meets some MLA style conventions within the paper. There are 3 errors. The Works Cited conforms to most MLA style conventions; there are 6-7 errors. The Works Cited conforms to most MLA style conventions; there are 4-5 errors. Uses limited and immature sentence structure & immature word choice at times. Uses sentence structure and word choices that are highly limited or simplistic. Sentences are predictable. Consistent violations in Standard English rules of G.U.M. that consistently impede understanding. The author uses adequate vocabulary, but there is no advanced language. Flaws in standard English rules of G.U.M. that sometimes impedes meaning; consistently misues the conventions. The author misuses advanced vocabulary (denotatively, part of speech, etc.). Somewhat limited, simplistic, or mundane sentence structure and word choice. Sentences may be predictable at times. Flaws in Standard English rules of that do not impede meaning, but indicate consistent misunderstanding of the conventions. The author attempts to use advanced vocabulary, but there are errors with the connotation of words. Unforgivables (20%) 16 - (____ x 2) = ____ points # of errors (up to 8) Gottlieb Experienced 3.5 (87.5%) Mastered 4.0 (100%) Focuses & develops ideas around a strong thesis in a sustained & compelling way with creativity & insight. Makes clear, convincing, defendable, inferential connections to the text with important & relevant evidence. Commentary shows deep understanding of piece. Effectively TIEs ideas in a clear, logical, and coherent manner using concrete detail to enhance the central idea. Comments: Total Points Earned: ____________ / 80 (multiply sum of TOP points by 2 then add Unforgivables) Page 9 Appendix A : Character Analysis Pre-Writing Notes Character: _______________________ Archetype: __________________________ Characteristic of What does the character What does this information the Archetype do/say to fulfill this archetype? tell us about the character? (Use your notes on archetypes!) Gottlieb (Using quotes will save you time later! ) (Think indirect characterization!) Page 10 What is it that Shakespeare is trying to teach us about humanity and/or human nature based on the character’s fulfillment of the archetype? ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Now, write a thesis using the template: Shakespeare’s development of __________________ (character) in Macbeth as a(n) _______________________ (archetype) supports the theme, _____________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________, because ________________________________________________________, ________________________________________________________________, ________________________________________________________________, and ____________________________________________________________. Gottlieb Page 11 Appendix B : Character Analysis Essay Outline Title: _________________________________________________________________ I. Introduction A. Hook: ______________________________________________________ B. Brief Summary: ______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ C. Thesis: _____________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ II. Body A. Topic 1: ____________________________________________________ 1. Quote/Action: __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 2. What it demonstrates: ___________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 3. Quote/Action: __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 4. What it demonstrates: ___________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 5. Synthesis Idea: ________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ B. Topic 2: ____________________________________________________ 1. Quote/Action: __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Gottlieb Page 12 2. What it demonstrates: ___________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 3. Quote/Action: __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 4. What it demonstrates: ___________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 5. Synthesis Idea: ________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ C. Topic 3: ____________________________________________________ 1. Quote/Action: __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 2. What it demonstrates: ___________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 3. Quote/Action: __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 4. What it demonstrates: ___________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 5. Synthesis Idea: ________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ III. Conclusion A. Re-state Thesis: _____________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ B. Synthesis: __________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ C. Final Thought: _______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ Gottlieb Page 13 Appendix D : Character Analysis Essay Peer Review Author: ________________________ Peer Reviewer: ________________________ 1. What is the thesis statement of the essay? ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ 2. In each body paragraph, underline the concrete detail the author uses to defend the thesis. Do not include summarization. 3. In each body paragraph, highlight the commentary/analysis the author uses to explain how the concrete detail is relevant to the thesis. In the margin, add suggestions for how the author can improve his/her commentary. 4. Circle any grammatical errors you find in the essay. Do not make corrections; only identify the errors by circling them. Errors you are identifying should include: Run-on sentences Fragments Contractions Capitalization errors Tense errors Unforgivables 5. List two things the author does well in the essay. i. ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ii. ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ 6. List one way the author could improve the essay (excluding grammatical corrections). i. ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ Turn Over! Gottlieb Page 14 Directions: Score each component of the essay using the rubric and the scale descriptors provided (in the box on the right). In the rationale column, explain your reasoning for each score. Project Component Introduction Body Paragraphs Conclusion Gottlieb Description Score Scale Descriptors of Expectations: 4 = exceeds 3 = meets 2 = developing 1 = emerging 0 = insufficient Rationale for Score The essay contains an introductory statement (hook) that draws the reader in. The introduction contains a transition that move the reader from the introductory statement to the thesis by providing context to the essay’s argument (a two to five sentence synopsis of the story that includes information relevant to the thesis). The thesis statement is clearly stated and details the main idea of each body paragraph. Each body paragraph begins with a topic sentence that sets up the paragraph’s argument and is explained and supported throughout the paragraph. Concrete detail used from Macbeth is… correctly quoted or paraphrased relevant to the argument of the paragraph appropriately embedded within one of the author’s sentences The commentary on concrete detail (evidence) is… used to analyze, rather than summarize the story explains how the piece of evidence relates to the topic sentence and thesis statement provides insight about the play/character rather than merely restating the evidence Each body paragraph contains a concluding sentence that ties the ideas of the body paragraph to the thesis statement (synthesis, not summary). The thesis is restated in a different order from how it appears in the introductory paragraph. There are at least 3 sentences of explanation to review how the thesis has been proved in the essay. This is a synthesis of why the argument is significant/matters, not a rehashing of the essay. Page 15 Appendix E : Character Analysis Essay Checklist Directions: Use the checklist to revise and edit your Character Analysis Essay after your essay has been peer reviewed. Introduction The essay contains an introductory statement (hook) that draws the reader in. The introduction contains a transition that move the reader from the introductory statement to the thesis by providing context to the essay’s argument (a two to five sentence synopsis of the story that includes information relevant to the thesis). The thesis statement is one sentence that clearly states and details the main idea of each body paragraph. Body Paragraphs Each body paragraph begins with a topic sentence that sets up the paragraph’s argument and is explained and supported throughout the paragraph. Concrete detail used from Macbeth is… o correctly quoted or paraphrased o relevant to the argument of the paragraph o appropriately TIEed within the author’s sentences The commentary on concrete detail (evidence) is… o used to analyze, rather than summarize the story o explains how the piece of evidence relates to the topic sentence and thesis statement o provides insight about the play/character and theme rather than merely restating the evidence Each body paragraph contains a concluding sentence that ties the ideas of the body paragraph to the thesis statement (NOT foreshadowing the topic of the next paragraph). Conclusion The thesis is restated in a different order from how it appears in the introduction. There are at least 3 sentences of explanation to review how the thesis has been proved in the essay. This is a synthesis of why the argument is significant/matters, not a rehashing of the essay. MLA Formatting & Written Quality The document adheres to MLA formatting conventions (spacing, title, font, margins, etc.). The essay is well-written. There are few to no contractions, capitalization errors, fragments, run-on sentences, or tense errors. The written quality of the essay does not detract from reading in any way. Unforgiveables Gottlieb Page 16 Appendix F : Obituary Pre-Write Character’s Name: _______________________________ Date of Death: __________________________________ Age: _________ Adverb(s) describing his/her death: _________________________________________ Remaining Family Names & Relationship: ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Hometown: _________________________ Titles or Honors: ________________________________________________________ Lifetime Achievement (For what the person will be remembered): __________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Funeral Service Info Location: ___________________________________________________ Dates: _____________________________________________________ Time: ______________________________________________________ Provider (of arrangements): ____________________________________ Using all of the information above, write a rough draft of the obituary: ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Gottlieb Page 17 Reflection & Survey Macbeth Multi-Genre Project 1. What did you like about this project? Why? 2. What do you think you did well in this project? Why? (Be specific!) 3. What did you struggle with most on this project? Why? (Be specific!) 4. What do you think you need more instruction on/help with to be more successful on future assignments like this project? Gottlieb Page 18