Section 4: Section Diagnostic

Participate in a philosophical chairs discussion in which you take a position by defending or countering a claim about the directors’ choices in transforming Romeo and Juliet. Respond to the following questions during your discussion:

1. Did Zeffirelli’s choices in Act 5, Scene 3 enhance or detract from the themes found in the original play? How so?

2. Did Luhrmann’s choices in Act 5, Scene 3 enhance or detract from the themes found in the original play? How so?

During your discussion, write down your ideas about each statement and summarize your position. Discuss your position and supporting evidence with your peers and capture ideas that you agree and disagree with. Write a reflection that explains how your thinking was changed or refined during the discussion. Also, identify a comment that most challenged your thinking and explain why.