Morality Play | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

The Cart - Used to transport costumes, set, and props for their plays.

The Clearin - A deserted spot in the woods where Nicolas first meets the players.

The Copper Tray - A prop used to echo the sound of thunder.

Masks - People wear them in life as a disguise or to feel the freedom to play a role.

The Town - A place in a place that is never named where the story takes place.

The Inn - Provides lodging for the players during their stay in the unnamed town.

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