Shakespeare's World: The Play's the Thing · Spring Term

Decoding Shakespearean Language

Breaking down iambic pentameter, puns, and early modern English to make the text accessible.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the rhythm of iambic pentameter mimic natural human speech or a heartbeat?
  2. 2Why did Shakespeare use puns and wordplay in both his comedies and tragedies?
  3. 3How can we use context clues to understand words that have changed meaning over time?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: English - Vocabulary and GrammarKS3: English - Shakespeare
Year: Year 7
Subject: English
Unit: Shakespeare's World: The Play's the Thing
Period: Spring Term

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