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Oxymoron

O brawling love,
O loving hate.
 - William Shakespeare,
Romeo and Juliet

Relationship Conflict
Oxymoron: Symbolism


BIG QUESTION: 
Why isn't the feeling of love enough to create a healthy relationship?

​TASK: Explore the dynamics of power in relationships.

​SYMBOLISM:                    
See book - Sirens in Her Belly 
Drowning - p. 4
Fire and Sand - p. 6
Warning Shot - p. 2
Clemency - p. 3
First Code of a Dragon Slayer - p. 36 
 POETRY ANALYSIS
Poetry Theme: Conflicts in Relationships
Poetry Devices: Antithesis, Allusion, Biblical Allusion,
 Imagery, Metaphor, Mythological Allusion, Simile, Symbolism
LESSON PLAN
COMMUNITY OUTREACH:
STUDENT DRIVEN OUTREACH & EDUCATION 
SUGGESTED RESOURCES
Acknowledgment: The unit technology lessons would not be possible without the collaboration and help from the ​English Department of Los Osos High School, Rancho Cucamonga. Thank you.

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