Doctor Faustus
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Objective
I can analyze how Marlowe's language makes Faustus seem both powerful and conflicted.
Part 1 of 3
Warm-up video
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Part 2 of 3
Practice
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Describe Faustus's initial feelings towards medicine, law, and theology as presented in the video. What words or phrases suggest his level of satisfaction or dissatisfaction with these fields?
Identify two specific desires that motivate Faustus's decision to pursue magic, according to the video.
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
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“The video mentions Faustus "lusting after" power. How does the word "lusting" contribute to our understanding of Faustus's character, specifically in terms of his power and internal conflict? The video describes Faustus as an "erudite doctor" who rejects traditional fields of study. How does the contrast between "erudite" and his rejection of established knowledge contribute to the portrayal of Faustus as both powerful and conflicted?”
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