Introduction: Victorian Era Scavenger Hunt
This assignment will work best if it's completed using the section hyperlinks below. (Hover over the section titles then click on them to be directed to the website)
On the actual worksheet, you can scan the QR codes to be directed to the section's corresponding reading that will assist you in the completion of this assignment. Email or see the instructor if you have any questions or can't locate certain info at [email protected].
HISTORY:
COOKING & FOOD:
CLOTHING
ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON
CHILD LABOR
On the actual worksheet, you can scan the QR codes to be directed to the section's corresponding reading that will assist you in the completion of this assignment. Email or see the instructor if you have any questions or can't locate certain info at [email protected].
HISTORY:
- What are the years of the Victorian Era?
- Name the English monarch who reigned during this time. How long was this person on the throne?
- From the Restoration era to the Victorian era, briefly explain how the mood in Britain changed.
- What is the 19th century associated with, or best known for?
- What three political movements spread throughout the British empire?
- TRUE/FALSE: The British navy continued its dominance throughout the 19th century.
COOKING & FOOD:
- TRUE/FALSE: The rich tended to waste more food than they actually ate.
- List 3 common foods that were used in Victorian era dishes.
- What did the extremely poor have to eat?
- Describe an upper class meal. (2-3 sentences)
- TRUE/FALSE: Tinned food (food in tin cans) was first introduced during the Victorian era.
CLOTHING
- What three things could someone tell about a person based on how one was dressed?
- According to the etiquette of the time, how could one determine if someone had 'good etiquette'?
- Briefly explain the importance of an umbrella, especially when it came to social status.
- Where did the poorest members of society get their clothes?
- For ladies, what was the constant piece of clothing? Also, what was the trend for younger women regarding this piece of clothing?
- What was the name of formal evening wear for men?
ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON
- Why was Stevenson often traveling?
- Stevenson's first book of short fiction, Arabian Nights, marked the beginning of what in the United Kingdom and in his life as a writer? (HINT: Review the section The Writer Emerges)
- In what year was Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde published?
CHILD LABOR
- Why did children work?
- List 5 jobs that children did. Which of these seems unreasonable to you? Why? Explain in 2-3 sentence.
- Describe the working conditions for child labor workers. (2-3 sentences)
- TRUE/FALSE: In the factories and textile mills, young girls were the cheapest labor and paid the least.
- Because of child labor during this era, what resulted from it that most of society still honors today?
Introduction to: The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll &
Mr Hyde
With a partner, complete the note-taking guide which introduces the author, the time period, the story, and major themes. You will have a quiz on this information on Thursday!
Note-taking Guide:
Note-taking Guide:
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Additional Introductory information is available here!
Chapter 1 Extension Activity
Click on the Listverse image to be directed to the 10 most creepy aspects of the Victorian era. You can download the document below if you've lost your sheet.
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Jekyll and Hyde Reading
Available Online!
Click on the image below to be directed to a website where you can read the novel online for free. It doesn't require you to download. Just click on the chapter you need.
Reading Comprehension Questions:
Chapter-by-Chapter
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Trouble Understanding the Reading?Download the LitCharts.com resource that:
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Audio book
(Through YouTube)
Click on the image below to be directed to a YouTube playlist that has all of the chapters of the story available for you to listen and follow along with as you read.
Warm-Up: Personality QUiz
Click on the image to be directed to a short personality quiz (or click here). Summarize your results and be prepared to pair-share with an elbow partner.
Unit Exam Review Activities
Click on each image to be directed to a different Kahoot review game that will allow you to quiz yourself in preparation for the upcoming Jekyll and Hyde Unit Exam. Additional review stations and activities will be utilized in class as well.
NOTE: Index cards are available to you should you like to create "old skool" flashcards.
NOTE: Index cards are available to you should you like to create "old skool" flashcards.
Jekyll & Hyde: The Movie
We will begin watching the 2003 movie version of Jekyll and Hyde Monday, May 18th. You will take notes over the film, focusing on the following:
You will use the notes you take to complete a 150-250 word movie review that compares and contrasts the novel and the movie adaptation. Should you like to view an example of a movie review, see the instructor.
- Differences and similarities between the novel and the movie adaptation
- If any of the characters differed from what you imagined in your head as you read
- What did you think of the movie overall? Did you like it? Dislike it? Why?
- Did you have a favorite part? If so, what was it?
You will use the notes you take to complete a 150-250 word movie review that compares and contrasts the novel and the movie adaptation. Should you like to view an example of a movie review, see the instructor.