Good afternoon/ Good morning class and teachers. In this speech I will explore the ways that the director, Amy Heckerling has transformed and re-contextualised Jane Austen’s popular novel ‘Emma’ into the satirical, humourous, parody film, ‘Clueless’. Storylines are often familiar in terms of plot, theme and purpose across many cultures and eras. There are common themes and plots that are used again and again within texts. While particular characteristics vary, the essence of the narratives are frequently simply reworked and adapted to suit different needs, times, circumstances, values and locations.
5. Discuss the topic or theme for any two of Vonnegut's works. Be sure to include the name of the work. Answers Part 1 1. Vonnegut based his novel on criticism of World War 2 2.
How does a counsellor differ from a friend? Introduction This essay will explore the question; How does a counsellor differ from a friend? Firstly it will define, for the purpose of this discussion, the meaning of both a friend and a counsellor. It will then review some of the differences of the two but also the similarities and how these present themselves within the two categories of Friend and Counsellor. Throughout the essay I will draw on my own personal experiences of the friendships that I have been exposed to in my lifetime.
Holocaust Name Mayra Trujillo Understanding the history and culture that is the setting for the literature we read is very important if we are to understand what we read. I want you to ask yourself the following questions: 1. How does learning about the historical period help you understand what you read? 2. Can you decide your own destiny?
‘By comparing two texts, we can gain a better understanding of the ideas and themes in both.’ Explore this statement with reference to your prescribed texts remembering to discuss the context of each Through a simultaneous comparison of two different texts, we are able to examine the composers’ concerns of their contextual societies presented through the ideas and themes of the texts. John Steinbeck’s 1937 novella ‘Of Mice and Men’ and Walter Salles’ film ‘The Motorcycle Diaries’ presents various perspectives on the values of humanity. Steinbeck’s ‘Of Mice and Men’, set in the post-great depression era addresses the victims of their own dreams within the Californian Dustbowl. Salles’ on the other hand, utilises an epistolary framework in his
Jerry Deng Ms. Davis English 3 9 January 2013 One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich Alexander Solzhenitsyn To continue our work of author’s style, we will look at the language of this text. Author’s style can deal with diction, sentence fluency, and voice. All three elements give the readers an insight into the characters, the author and the time period. Solzhenitsyn masterfully creates a contrast between the world of Ivan Denisovich and Ivan’s feelings about this world. Through the quotes listed below, we will annotate and analyze Solzhenitsyn’s diction and the effect it has on the reader.
Research Arthur Miller or Nathaniel Hawthorne – detail his biography – explain how his personal life influenced either The Crucible or The Scarlet Letter. Prepare a handout for the class. 4. Make a DIDLS poster for and explain Hawthorne’s tone – (Diction, Imagery, Details, Language, Syntax) 5. Create a visual for each of the scaffold scenes in The Scarlet Letter 6.
ENGLISH – LEVEL 3 90721 Respond critically to written text(s) studied Question A novel usually depicts the journey of a character or characters. To what extent do you agree with this view? Your response should include close reference to a novel (or novels) you have studied. Text Type: Novel Novel Title: MAESTRO Author(s)/website(s): PETER GOLDSWORTHY Ignorance to realisation, adolescence to adulthood and dreams to reality are all journeys that Peter Goldsworthy explores in his novel, “Maestro”. Through the use of passage we see how Peter Goldsworthy takes Paul on these journeys to make important realisations about humans, ideas and himself.
In conclusion, through the use of many language techniques, characters and their experiences are brought to life which influences the reader. The characters of both texts are probable through dialogue, politically driven voices and body language. It is evident in the novel ‘The Life and Crimes of Harry Lavender’ through Claudia, the city, Harry Lavender and supporting characters such as Sally. It is also evident in the speech recited by Martin Luther King Jr, titled ‘I Have a
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