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Thursday, March 13, 2014

Romeo and Juliet: "I Dreamt a Dream Tonight" Act 1 Sc 4

Dreams are at the heart of this scene. In your notebook, describe a dream or dreams of yours, ones you have had while sleeping or while awake. 
Why are dreams important? 
How do they affect us?

In this scene, pay attention to Romeo's dreams and Mercutio's response.
Read aloud.

Conclusion:
Make a web or list of at least 2 quotations that reveal Romeo's dreams and 2 quotations about Mercutio's beliefs about dreams.


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