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As You Like It Character Interview

This classroom exercise invites students to conduct a formal interview with a character from Shakespeare's "As You Like It." Acting as a journalist, students will formulate questions that reveal the character's motivations, roles, and relationships. Using the STEAL method of characterization—Speech, Thoughts, Effect on others, Actions, and Looks—students will create a detailed transcript showcasing their understanding of the selected character. This activity promotes critical thinking, analysis, and creativity in interpreting Shakespeare's work.

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As You Like It Character Interview

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  1. As You Like It Character Interview An exercise in characterization

  2. Students will create a transcript for a formal interview between the student as a journalist and a specific character from As You Like It. The student should clearly show their understanding of motivation, role and relationships through the questions the journalist asks and how the character answers those questions.

  3. STEAL Characterization • Speech • Thoughts (motivations) • Effect on others (relationships) • Actions (role) • Looks

  4. Looks (direct characterization) • Why do you always look so _____________? • Cheerful • Glum • Mischievous • Rebellious • Caring • Stubborn • Independent

  5. Actions (the character’s role) • What did you do? • What were the consequences of your actions? • Who was affected by your behavior?

  6. Effect on others (relationships) • Who are your friends/enemies? • Describe your relationship with ________? • What effect did your actions (be specific) have on _______? • How has your relationship changed?

  7. Thoughts (motivations) • What did you have to gain or lose through your actions? • What outcome were you hoping for? Were you hoping to impress or confound anyone in particular? • Did you succeed?

  8. Speech (indirect characterization) • Choice of register – type of language: formal, informal, slang • Choice of diction – type of words: simple or sophisticated • Sense of humor • Interpersonal skills – how one interacts with others: friendliness, openness, listening skills

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