Masterpiece Academy Question

Judith Lee

AP English Final

8 June 2015

Masterpiece Academy Essay

    AP English Literature and Composition started off as any other rigorous college level with multiple reading assignments followed by essays and memorization of poems and lines of plays. Then, came the freedom to remix essays, select AP worthy books that I, not the teacher, wanted to read, and create a passion of mine to reality. This level of trust was earned because I and my classmates were able to show our ability to do the traditional classwork the first two weeks and it was time for us to create our own version of what learning should look like. I was able to utilize this freedom to create my own remixes and find a joy in a different type of education . I have also been able to discover my peers' talents through their remixes and even collaborated. 
    Macbeth's theme of greediness also relates to me, maybe not in a evil way, but the will of wanting to do well and striving to reach that end goal with college applications, scholarship opportunities, and countless scholarship opportunities. With the view of the future classroom and transition from books to tablets, I relate this to the Brave New World where cultural adaptations take place to fit in with the new environment. The idea of an unknown, new future reminds me of The Poisonwood Bible as I start this fresh adventure to college. 
    It was this year that validated my love for teaching kids. Through the masterpiece academy, I reestablished the bond I shared with the children. I smile at their constant curiosity and I hope to help the lightbulb shine after having answered the one hundred and first question. I want to be a teacher, one that instills purpose and empowerment in students' lives because at the end of the day, the most valuable lesson I learned in high school is the importance of relationships and service. 
    I remember the day Preston called on me to interpret the meaning of a poem. I was right. I am not one to be quick to participate or be the first to engage in a conversation first so it came to a surprise to everyone when I said something aloud that was correct . I didn't laugh out loud but it was a moment that made me smile after Hannah gave me a pat saying "atta girl." I guess I learned that I should participate more.
    An observation that I found interesting throughout a majority of everyone's introduction was "I originally was going to do... but did... instead." I think this shows the evolution of people through time. Interests change and it's not a bad thing to follow or change your passion. Almost everyone started their presentation like this. Also, there are going to be obstacles. Philanthropy also seems to be a universal topic. As busy high schoolers, we rarely had the chance to spend money or time on others as our focus was always on building our future. Since we were given this chance to do something we really couldn't do but felt passionate about, I feel like we were able to reveal that compassion that each individual holds. Elizabeth's happy project revolved around sacrificing something (hair) for the better of a big cause (locks for love). Even Noah and Alec had an element of service by teaching little league baseball players the bigger picture that just strictly abiding by the rules. And of course, Courtney's project was the epitome of giving back. My masterpiece with Hannah and Sierra also correlated to philanthropy in a way also by spending time with kids just because. We all found joy in sharing something that we had that would bring joy to others: hair, wisdom, opportunities, and care.
    When we had a discussion about Beowulf and heroism, I defined a hero as someone who is willing to make a sacrifice and put others and a bigger purpose before themselves. In my case, I think I qualify as a hero. Key club and ASB has been a huge part of my high school journey and I've participated in them all four years because I care and wanted to do something with a bigger purpose than just myself. Through this experience I've met two of the most inspirational mentors who I respect immensely. Before I was able to rejoice in these successful times, I had to go through the harshuos of elections, rebuilding a club, and working past deadlines and boundaries. I've established connections and relationships as well as experiences that has helped mold me into the person I am today.  Through both good and bad experiences, I've become the hero I think I am. High school has been influential in teaching me to live according to my vocation. 

Masterpiece Video

https://youtu.be/Z4aZVUu6DFE

Macbeth Act IV Study Questions

4.1

1. There are three witches in this scene. 

2. The first apparition says to be wary of Macduff and careful of him. The second tells Macbeth he should be a strong willed ruler- bold and brace. In other words he should not accept defeat. The third warns of attacking armies coming, and tells Macbeth he won't be defeated until the kingdom of Norway attacks. Macbeth doesn't feel safe after the apparitions. He has worries about Macduff's intentions and the possibility of an oncoming attacking army. Yes he should feel unsafe because he is in a very precarious position. After the fourth, the line of kings, Macbeth is terrified. He saw the ghost of Banquo at the end, whom he killed. This frightened him as well as drawing out his guilt.

3. In line 158 Macbeth learns from Lennox that Macduff is running away to England. In response Macbeth decides to send someone try to kill as many of Macduff's family members as he can.

4.2

1. Lady McDuff seems to feel betrayed and angry at McDuff because he left them (her and her son) to die. She was advising her son to dislike his father because he fled when he discovered that Macbeth is planning to kill him.
2. The purpose of the scene between Lady McDuff and her son is to have his son have false impression about his dad. Also, the scene assists in the growth of the theme : fair is foul and foul is fair. This is because Macbeth is willing to kill McDuff in order to achieve what is"rightfully" his and McDuff fled, afraid of Macbeth's actions towards him. It also shows how McDuff's son refused to believe that his father left them to die, showing devotion, faith, and trust.
3. The entire McDuff family ends up being killed by Macbeth.

4.3

1. Macduff's family has been killed. 

2. Malcolm doesn't want to go home because he's afraid of judgement since he ran away. Malcolm is suspicious of Macduff bc Macduff has his own personal agenda. He might be secretly working for Macbeth since he left his family. Malcolm tests Macduff's loyalty to him and he passes. When Macduff starts to leave Malcolm takes back the lies he's told and trusts Macduff now- they're now allies. 

3. Malcolm says he's a bad king but Macduff says Macbeth is a way worse king and that he needs to return to restore peace and justice. Avarice bothers Macduff more in a king, it sticks deeper with kings in the terms of greed and lust. 

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5 coming soon...

6. Ross tells Macduff that his family is dead, it takes him a while to tell him. Macduff says they must save their grief for later and Malcom says to turn their revenge into a medicine for their grief. Macduff says "he has no children" and he is referring to Malcom because he says he needs to mourn and "feel like a man" when Malcom tells him to dispute it like a man. To be a "man" in this play means to have feelings and don't hide but don't let them cloud your judgement.
7. Malcom, Macduff and Ross are ready to attack Macbeth's castle, they just need to go there.

Macbeth Act IV Notes

The three witches seem to be gathered around a cauldron saying chants/spells. They put in random, wierd ingredients: "Scale of dragon, tooth of wolf, witches' mummy, maw and gulf." 

Hectate enters then leaves stating, "oh well done!"

Macbeth appears (because of the spell?) and demands to know what is going on.

"Thunder" represents a sudden, quick entrance. Hectate and first apparition both enter then leave shortly after having delivered important info as well as the second and the third apparition.

First apparition appears and warns Macbeth of Macduff and the thane of Fife. 

Second apparition appears (bloody child) stating that a woman will not threaten his throne.

Macbeth declares Macduff must be killed.

Third apparition appears, a child with a crown, states that Macbeth will not be threatened until the Great Birnam wood to high Dunsinane hill appears. 

The witches then show eight kings, last is the ghost of Banquo. Macbeth immediately questions the meaning and the witches do not really answer him and disappear. 

Macbeth asks if Lennon saw the wierd sisters, claims he didn't. He gives news of Macduff fleeing to England. Macbeth claims that Macduff and those associated with him need to be killed. 

Lady Macduff questions to Ross why Macduff has "fly the land." 

Lady Macduff tells the son that his father is dead. He replies that he'll "act as birds do." He questions if his dad is a traitor but he questions the validity of it. 

Messenger arrives with news of danger. Murdets arrive asking the whereabouts of Macduff and stab the son after he exclaims that the murderers are lying when claiming his father as a traitor.

Malcolm and Macduff discuss the future of Scotland. After conversing, Malcolm trusts Macduff as an ally. Ross arrives with news that at first his family is safe but then tells the truth that they are dead. Malcolm is in shock and upset at first but then seems angry. 

Macbeth Act III Notes

Banquo thinks of how the witches' vision came true, Macbeth is now king. He is invited by Macbeth and Lady Macbeth to their feast but before he'll go for a ride.

Macbeth wonders if Banquo's children will succeed the throne after him as he has the knowledge of the witches prophecy which seem to be true so far.

Macbeth provokes/ convinces the first murderer to kill Banquo.

Macbeth seems uneasy while he's talking to Lady Macbeth about Duncan's death. 

Banquo and Fleance approach with horses when the murderers kill Banquo while Fleance escapes. 

Macbeth and Lady Macbeth welcomes everybody. The murderer tells him what had happened. 

Macbeth is startled to find Banquo's ghost on his place. He is shaken and Ross states that they should leave but Lady Macbeth tries to tell others that they should stay to not offend him. Lennox states good night as Macbeth continues to act wierd. 

Hecate seems mad at the witches for talking to Macbeth.

Lennox explains what the wierd things that have happened to a Lord and he replies with news of Macduff 

MY MACBETH RESOURCES

1. My peers of course!

2. Dr Preston

3. This website seems to be an expert on Shakespeare and his works: http://www.shakespeare-online.com/plays/macbeth/macbethresources.html

Macbeth Character Map

I looked up multiple sources.

I found this one most accurate from what I've read so far and so easiest to understand:

http://www.anoisewithin.org/wp-content/uploads/downloads/2014/01/ANW_Macbeth_Character_Map.pdf

This character map seemed fairly accurate as well and was very informative:

http://humbleisd.net/cms/lib2/TX01001414/Centricity/Domain/3523/MacbethCharacterchartANSWERS.docx