Macbeth
Projects
Using the list below, pick a project you would like to
complete on the play Macbeth. You may
choose either a group or an individual project. This project is worth TWO test
grades.
Group Projects
1.
Act it Out: In a group
of no more than four people, choose one important scene from Macbeth. Your task is to act out the
scene in front of your classmates. I expect you to have costumes,
school-appropriate props, and all lines memorized. You should also act with a certain
degree of expression—not just monotone voices! (3-4 people)
2.
Cast the Play: In a
group of no more than three people, create a PowerPoint presentation in which
you cast celebrities—living or dead—in the roles of each character from the
play. Which modern celebrity would you have play Macbeth? Lady Macbeth? Banquo?
Each slide should include an image of the celebrity and a four sentence
justification for why you chose that celebrity. You must also include the
websites where you found your pictures. (2-3
people)
3.
Talk Show: In a group
of no more than four people, create and perform or film your very own talk
show. You may model your talk show after a news report, Oprah Winfrey’s show,
or any other talk show. You must have at least one host and at least two guests
to interview. Your guests should be characters from the play. Your host should
interview the characters and ask four well-thought out questions to each. (3-4
people)
4.
Compare/Contrast: In a
group of two, find and compare/contrast two clips of the same scene from a film
version of Macbeth. You should
utilize YouTube to find two clips that are from two different productions but
show the same event taking place. Work together to compare and contrast the
following elements: casting, lighting, emotions, setting, costumes. (2 people)
5.
Music Video/Rap Song: In
a group of no more than four people, create a music video or a rap song. You
may film your music video or perform your rap in class. Your rap should focus
on the play Macbeth, but the content
is up to you. You may choose to summarize the events of the play, to have a “rap
battle” between two characters, or to sing a song from one character’s
perspective. (2-4 people)
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5
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10
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15
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20
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Information/Use
of Text
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Your group used no information from Macbeth, or you got all of the facts
wrong.
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There was some information from Macbeth, but it was mostly incorrect.
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You used the play a lot in your
project, but you also made big mistakes.
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You used the play a lot in your
project, but there were a few small errors.
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Your project was based on the play,
all facts and details were correct.
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Creativity
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This project looks sloppy, was done at
the last minute, and shows no thought.
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Your project shows some thought but is
still poorly thought out.
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The ideas are there but it was poorly
executed.
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You have great ideas with some
careless mistakes.
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Shows time, effort, and great
planning.
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Presentation/Mechanics
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Your project is full of grammatical
errors OR your presentation was unacceptable.
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Your project has many noticeable
errors, your presentation was inconsiderate of classmates.
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Some grammar errors, failure to speak
loudly and make eye contact with audience.
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Few noticeable errors, presented with
clarity.
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No grammatical errors, presentation
was smooth, and professional.
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Individual
Participation
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Wasted all class time.
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Was off task more than on task in
class.
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Class time was split between project
and distractions.
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Some minor issues in class, but mainly
participated with group.
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Put in time and effort to help group
members succeed.
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Group
Participation
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Based on anonymous Group Evaluation
Sheet—Each member will have to evaluate their group’s participation and I
will consider these evaluations in the grading process. They will not be
final, but will just help me grade better.
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Individual Projects
1.
Act a Monologue: Memorize
and perform a Shakespearean monologue or soliloquy from your favorite
character. I will supply the monologue once you tell me which character you
want to perform.
2.
Be the Historian: Research an aspect of either Shakespearean
or Scottish culture and present your findings to the class. Topics vary from
preparing an ethnic food to showing us what people wore back then to
researching the kings and queens of England and Scotland. If you need help
picking a topic, just ask!
3.
Newspaper/Magazine: Create either a Newspaper or
Magazine based on the play. Your creation must have at least four articles and
two images. Be prepared to share your newspaper/magazine with the class.
4.
Write About It: Write
either an alternate ending to the play or create a diary/journal for a
character in the play. Your writing assignment should be approximately two
pages handwritten.
5.
Museum Curator: Imagine
you are creating a museum exhibit about Macbeth. Choose five artifacts to put
in your display. Write a paragraph explaining each object. Bring these objects
to class and present your exhibit to us.
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5
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10
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15
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20
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Information/Use
of Text
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You no information from Macbeth or outside sources, or you got
all of the facts wrong.
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There was some information from Macbeth or outside sources, but it was
mostly incorrect.
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You used the play or other resources a
lot in your project, but you also made big mistakes.
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You used the play or outside material
a lot in your project, but there were a few small errors.
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Your project was based on the play/other
information, all facts and details were correct.
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Creativity
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This project looks sloppy, was done at
the last minute, and shows no thought.
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Your project shows some thought but is
still poorly thought out.
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The ideas are there but it was poorly
executed.
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You have great ideas with some
careless mistakes.
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Shows time, effort, and great
planning.
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Presentation
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Your presentation was unacceptable.
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Your presentation was inconsiderate of
classmates.
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Failure to speak loudly and make eye
contact with audience.
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Presented with clarity.
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Presentation was smooth, and professional.
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Mechanics
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Project is unacceptable due to all the
errors. You did not cite any sources for outside information.
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Your errors take away from the quality
of work as a whole.
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Project is still passable, but there
are many mistakes.
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Few mistakes that take away from the
content.
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Polished final product with hardly any
mistakes.
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Use
of Class Time
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Wasted all class time.
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Was off task more than on task in
class.
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Class time was split between project
and distractions.
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Some minor issues in class, but mainly
good work ethic.
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Used class time wisely and
efficiently.
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Project Timeline:
SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS NEEDED
12/4: Pick projects in class.
12/5: In-class
workday: Brainstorming, submitting ideas.
12/11: In-class
workday: Library for research/computer needs.
12/12: In-class
workday: Finish working on the majority of the project.
12/13: In-class workday: Final conferences
with Ms. Cook to discuss projects. Group Evaluation forms DUE.
12/16: Projects
DUE at the beginning of class. We will present on the 16th and 17th.
IMPORTANT: During our in-class workdays you will be required to be working on a project or working on your Macbeth writing packet/semester exam study guide.
