Hamlet Final Assessment- 155pts total
A. Looking at the diagram below, (1) identify all the plot elements of the play, Hamlet. (2) You must explain why
you think these events comprise all the “important” elements of the play’s plot and led up to the ultimate
downfall of Hamlet. (30pts)
a. Exposition:
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b. Rising Action:
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c. Climax:
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d. Falling Action:
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e. Resolution:
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Denouement:
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B. Tragic Hero & Flaw: 25 pts
Must cite at least 2 examples from the play –Summarize the “act” and include citation: Act, scene and
page (I.ii.p184)
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Examples
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2. ___________________:
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What other components or elements make Hamlet an exemplar tragic hero?
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C. Then, create a Twitter or Facebook newsfeed that include all the events that led to Hamlet’s death. 100pts
a. You may use tweets you have already written or create new ones, but they all must reflect the
Hamlet’s tragic flaw and the events that ultimately led to his death.
i. You must have a minimum of 10 (and maximum of 15) tweets or status updates and you may
choose to post from ONLY Hamlet or you may incorporate other characters. (35pts)
b. Must include creative username(s) (@names) and profile picture(s) (10pts)
c. Must include likes/comments OR replies/retweets (depending on whether you choose Twitter or
Facebook) (10pts)
d. Characterization is important in this assessment; you must speak from the character’s perspective and
channel their emotions/thoughts regarding the event they are posting about. This is where you include
the posts that outline Hamlet’s tragic flaw(s) and how these led up to his death (30pts)
e. Authenticity is also key! Try to make the page look at realistic as possible. Does not have to be typed
(preferred, but it can be drawn and handwritten- but must be neat, legible and creative) (15pts)
f.
Write down the tweets or updates that reflect each event:
Exposition:
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Rising Action:
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Climax:
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Falling Action:
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Resolution:
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Denouement:
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Must submit a typed copy to turnitin.com of all 3 pages +
your newsfeed (if typed) AND bring a printed/hard copy
to class by due date: ___________