Teacher Guide

The Emperor Jones Lesson Plan

Study Objectives

If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:

  1. 1

    Students will explore themes of imperialism as it relates to the United States's relationship with Haiti.

  2. 2

    Students will discuss systemic white supremacy and how it pervades across space and time.

  3. 3

    Students will explore O'Neill's use of themes and symbolism to create a more effective play.

  4. 4

    Students will engage with various adaptations of the work to determine how creative decisions are made.

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