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1. write an extended response that analyzes how “the story of pyramus and thisbe” from ovid’s metamorphoses
treats the topic of love. how is this theme developed over the course of the text? how do the details surrounding
the love of the two ill-fated characters refine and shape the theme throughout the poem? cite evidence from the
text to support your response. be sure to observe the conventions of standard english.
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2. william shakespeare took inspiration and material for his play romeo and juliet from “the story of pyramus and
thisbe.” consider your reading of both the play and “the story of pyramus and thisbe,” and write an extended
response that explains how shakespeare used and altered a theme from “the story of pyramus and thisbe” for his
play. cite evidence from both the play and the story to support your explanation. be sure to observe the
conventions of standard english.