Hip Hop or Shakespeare?

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English
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11th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Desire too much of a good thing?
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This phrase refers to the idea that excessive desire or ambition can lead to negative consequences. In Shakespeare's works, this theme is often explored, particularly in plays like 'Hamlet' and 'Macbeth'.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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May the Lord protect me as the world gets hectic.
Back
This line reflects the themes of struggle and reliance on a higher power, common in Hip Hop lyrics, where artists often express their challenges and seek divine guidance.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Count myself a king of infinite space.
Back
This quote from Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' illustrates the concept of existentialism and the idea of self-identity, emphasizing the vastness of human potential and imagination.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Done to death by slanderous tongue, was the hero that here lies.
Back
This line highlights the theme of reputation and the impact of words, a common motif in Shakespeare's tragedies, where characters often face the consequences of slander.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
From the other side, what you see: a bunch of nonsense.
Back
This phrase captures the perspective often found in Hip Hop, where artists critique societal norms and express their views on reality, often challenging mainstream narratives.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The tragic flaw (hamartia) in a character's personality.
Back
A key concept in Shakespearean tragedy, where a character's inherent weakness leads to their downfall, exemplified in characters like Othello and Macbeth.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The role of fate vs. free will in human actions.
Back
A central theme in both Hip Hop and Shakespeare, exploring how much control individuals have over their destinies, as seen in 'Romeo and Juliet' and various Hip Hop narratives.
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