🎯 Learning Focus

WALT (We Are Learning To): Build precise analytical sentences that make clear claims and support them with evidence.

Success Criteria - I can:

📖 Dyslexia-Friendly Option: Use larger font (14pt+), cream paper, or text-to-speech software for reading tasks.

Model Analytical Paragraph

Shakespeare establishes Macbeth's internal conflict through contrasting imagery. The protagonist describes his "vaulting ambition" as something that "o'erleaps itself," suggesting his desires are both powerful and ultimately self-destructive. This metaphor of a horse jumping too high reveals how Macbeth recognises the danger in his aspirations, yet remains compelled by them. Furthermore, the juxtaposition between "fair" and "foul" throughout the play reinforces this psychological tension, demonstrating how Macbeth struggles to distinguish between right and wrong as his ambition consumes him.

🔧 Building Analytical Skills

a) The character uses aggressive language → The author __________ the character's desperation through aggressive language.

b) The setting is dark and stormy → The dark, stormy setting __________ the protagonist's inner turmoil.

c) There are many references to time → The repeated references to time __________ the theme of mortality.

Evidence: "blood will have blood"

Claim: Macbeth understands the cycle of violence he has created.

The metaphor "life's but a walking shadow" suggests Macbeth's despair because ________________

Weak: "The author uses symbolism. The symbolism shows the character is sad."

Improved: ________________________________________________

✍️ Independent Practice

Sentence Stems (choose one to start):

• The author establishes _______ through _______

• _______ demonstrates _______ by _______

• The use of _______ reinforces the idea that _______

My analytical claim is clear and specific: ___/4

My evidence is embedded smoothly: ___/4

My explanation connects evidence to claim: ___/4

My sentences are varied and flow well: ___/4

Revise your paragraph to include: