Read the excerpt from Romeo and Juliet Act I, Scene 3 and the article “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?” by Aashna Gupta. Based on the information from the excerpt, write a response to the following: Explain how Lady Capulet and the author of “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?” emphasize the importance that arranged marriages can lead to happiness. Write a well-organized four-paragraph informational essay that uses specific evidence from the excerpts to support your answer. Remember to use ACES. Introduction paragraph (2 sentences)
Hook: (One sentence to grab your reader’s attention, quote, shocking statement, or a question)
Thesis: Lady Capulet, in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, believes arranged marriages can be successful because_________________,(Insert reason #1 from Romeo and Juliet), and the author of “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?”, emphasizes the importance that arranged marriages can lead to happiness because _______________ (Insert reason #2 from “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?”).
First Body paragraph (5-7 sentences)
Hint Use ACES
A: Lady Capulet feels like arranged marriages can lead to happiness because _________________ (In your own words, state how Lady Capulet feels about arranged marriages.)
C: Lady Capulet expresses, “_________________ ” (Act __ Line__.). (State an example using textual evidence how Lady Capulet feels about the arranged marriage be sure to cite the Act and Line number. )
E: Evidently Lady Capulet feels like_______________. (Explain how the quote you used demonstrates or elaborates Lady Capulet’s feelings regarding arranged marriages.)
S: These words spoken by Lady Capulet portray how____________________(Summarize your thoughts and how it demonstrates Lady Capulet’s feelings to the reader.)
Second Body paragraph (5-7 sentences)
Hint : Use ACES
A: The author,__________,(State the name of the author.) from “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?” emphasizes that arranged marriages can lead to success because________________(State the reason the author from “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?”feels like arranged marriages can be successful. This should be the second reason in your thesis statement.)
C: ___________(Add the author’s name from “Arranged Marriage: yes or No?”) states, “____________________” (p.).(Be sure to add your text evidence that supports your ANSWER regarding why the author feels like arranged marriages can be happy. Be sure to cite the answer and state the page number.)
E: The reader can understand from the article “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?” that_________________________________ ( Answer the question: What can you understand as a reader regarding how arranged marriages can be happy ones?)
S: The information in this article demonstrated that arranged marriages can be happy due to_________________ (Use different words and summarize this paragraph you just wrote.)
Conclusion (3-4 Sentences)
S: Lady Capulet in Romeo and Juliet and ____________(add the author’s name from “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No”?) expresses the idea that____________________(Add a life lesson readers can learn from Lady Capulet and the author of “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?” feelings and expressions regarding arranged marriages. Use different words from your explanation above.)
Hook: Arranged marriages have been an ongoing controversial topic as some believe love can be found even among complete strangers.
Thesis: Lady Capulet, in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, believes arranged marriages can be successful because like-mindedness and compatibility matters, and the author of “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?”, Aashna Gupta, emphasizes the importance that arranged marriages can lead to happiness because they can offer stability and a strong foundation.
First Body paragraph
A: Lady Capulet feels like arranged marriages can lead to happiness because they bring together families with similar values, creating a sense of unity.
C: Lady Capulet expresses, “Marry, that 'marry' is the very theme I came to talk of. Tell me, daughter Juliet, how stands your disposition to be married?” (Act 1, Line 96-98).
E: Evidently Lady Capulet feels like a prearranged marriage for her daughter has the potential for joy since it will be built on shared values and traditions.
S: These words spoken by Lady Capulet portray how she sees the arranged marriage as an opportunity for happiness and prosperity in her daughter's life.
Second Body paragraph
A: The author, Aashna Gupta, from “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?” emphasizes that arranged marriages can lead to success because they focus on compatibility and commitment.
C: Gupta states, “In arranged marriages, commitment is the priority, love comes next. Gradually the partners learn about and understand each other” (p. 1).
E: The reader can understand from the article “Arranged Marriage: Yes or No?” that with a focus on building a secure foundation, love can grow between the partners in an arranged marriage.
S: The information in this article demonstrates that arranged marriages can be happy due to the emphasis on commitment and compatibility between the two individuals.
Conclusion
S: Lady Capulet in Romeo and Juliet and Aashna Gupta express the idea that choosing a partner based on shared values and commitment can create a strong bond and happiness in the long run. By approaching marriage with these priorities, love can grow and happiness can be found even in the most unexpected places.