📚 Part 1: Literary Devices Identification

1. Read this quote from Romeo: "It is the east, and Juliet is the sun." What literary device is Shakespeare using here?

Symbolism

Metaphor

Imagery

Alliteration

2. Which of the following are examples of symbolism in Romeo and Juliet? (Select all that apply)

The poison representing death and fate

Light and darkness imagery

The balcony scene representing forbidden love

The families' names

3. What effect does Shakespeare's use of light and dark imagery have on the audience?

It creates confusion about the plot

It emphasises the contrast between love and hate

It makes the play harder to understand

It shows the time of day

4. Complete this sentence: Extended metaphors in Romeo and Juliet help to _______________ the themes and create _______________ connections for the audience.

Extended metaphors in Romeo and Juliet help to _________________ the themes and create _________________ connections for the audience.

✏️ Part 2: Analysis and Essay Planning

5. Explain how Romeo's metaphor "Juliet is the sun" reveals his feelings about her. Use specific analysis in your answer.

6. Essay Planning: How does Shakespeare use literary devices to explore the theme of love in Romeo and Juliet?

Introduction - Your thesis statement:

Body Paragraph 1 - Literary device and example:

Body Paragraph 2 - Literary device and example:

Conclusion - Restate your main argument:

✍️ Part 3: Short Essay Response

7. Using your plan from Part 2, write a short analytical essay (250-300 words) responding to the prompt: "How does Shakespeare use literary devices to explore the theme of love in Romeo and Juliet?" Remember to include specific examples and analysis.

8. Reflection: What was the most challenging aspect of analysing Shakespeare's use of literary devices? How did identifying these devices help you understand the themes better?