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Relationship Conflicts

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10 Relationship Red Flags
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Oxymoron

O brawling love,
O loving hate.

 - William Shakespeare,
Romeo and Juliet
Quote Challenge

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 Questions
 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

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LESSON PLAN
TECHNOLOGY
RESOURCES
RUBRICS
CCCS



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.

To Schedule a Speaking Engagement contact Romaine at poetromaine@gmail.com

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    • Unit 4 - Micro-Aggressions
    • Unit 5 - Mental Health
    • Unit 6 - Relationship Conflict
    • Unit 7 - Social Justice
    • Unit 8 - Stories & Voice
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