The document outlines objectives for revising key exam topics on the novel "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck. The main focus is on understanding the themes of loneliness and isolation in the novel. Students are instructed to create a revision page on Publisher about loneliness and isolation in the novel using information from various online sources, including BBC Bitesize, SparkNotes, and CliffsNotes. They should include a mixture of text, graphics, and images and print their finished page.
The major themes of the week covered women working for the war by filling workforce gaps left by men at war, the internment of thousands of Japanese American citizens in camps due to fears they may aid Japan, and the sacrifices made on the home front through rationing, limited resources, and other hardships to support the war effort.
This document outlines the exam focus areas and key learning points for studying John Steinbeck's novel "Of Mice and Men". It discusses two main themes: loneliness and isolation, and race and racism. It provides potential exam questions on how these themes are explored in the novel and suggests close analysis of specific characters and settings. Students are also instructed to re-read a particular section and given an activity where they must perform a monologue as a character at the end of the novel.
This document provides guidance for an exam focusing on how two British films, "In the Name of the Father" and "Hunger", represent the themes of outsiders and borders. Students are instructed to analyze key scenes that demonstrate the films' conformity to these themes. They are expected to show knowledge of characters, institutions, and relevant scenes, as well as apply film terminology and theories of narrative and representation. The marking scheme emphasizes accurate detail, specialist language, and addressing how the prison represents barriers to freedom and belonging for the protagonists. Students must summarize similarities and differences between scenes from the two films. Homework is to revise for an upcoming mock exam.
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This document provides guidance on structuring exam answers for the WJEC Film Studies exam. It recommends:
1. Beginning with an introduction that demonstrates excellent knowledge of the films through institutional details and specialist language from the question.
2. Having a main body that makes detailed references to both films using theories covered in class, like Hallam and Marshment, Syd Field, Vladimir Propp, and Todorov, to analyze narratives and representations.
3. Concluding briefly by looking back at the introduction and using language from the exam question.
It then provides an example paragraph analyzing 'Hunger' and asks students to annotate it and write their own paragraph on how conflict is a major component of
This document provides an introduction to the film studies exam topic of "Borders and Identity" focusing on how films construct meanings around identity and belonging in relation to concepts of Britishness. Students will study two films - "In the Name of the Father" (1993) and "Hunger" (2008) - and analyze how the films represent Britishness and belonging to spectators. The document outlines tasks for students to complete during the lesson, including analyzing the trailers for how spectators might view the main characters, completing conflict analysis tasks for "In the Name of the Father," and summarizing the case studies and exam topic in one paragraph. Homework involves writing a timed essay response and creating a one-page timeline of key events from
This document outlines the class schedule for an English literature course focusing on Shakespeare. The course is divided into 5 units covering Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, The Tempest, and Station Eleven. For each class, students are assigned readings from the plays as well as supplemental materials. Class time involves discussing the plays, films adaptations, and related topics. Major assignments include strong response papers, a midterm analysis paper, a creative assignment, padlet posts and responses, and a final reflection paper.
Alfred Joyce Kilmer was an American journalist, poet, literary critic, lecturer and soldier who served as a sergeant in the 165th U.S. Infantry Regiment during World War 1. He was born in New Jersey in 1886 and attended Rutgers College and Columbia University, where he was involved in journalism and writing. In addition to his writing career, Kilmer briefly taught and also served in the U.S. military during World War 1 before dying in battle in 1918 at the age of 31.
The document outlines objectives for revising key exam topics on the novel "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck. The main focus is on understanding the themes of loneliness and isolation in the novel. Students are instructed to create a revision page on Publisher about loneliness and isolation in the novel using information from various online sources, including BBC Bitesize, SparkNotes, and CliffsNotes. They should include a mixture of text, graphics, and images and print their finished page.
The major themes of the week covered women working for the war by filling workforce gaps left by men at war, the internment of thousands of Japanese American citizens in camps due to fears they may aid Japan, and the sacrifices made on the home front through rationing, limited resources, and other hardships to support the war effort.
This document outlines the exam focus areas and key learning points for studying John Steinbeck's novel "Of Mice and Men". It discusses two main themes: loneliness and isolation, and race and racism. It provides potential exam questions on how these themes are explored in the novel and suggests close analysis of specific characters and settings. Students are also instructed to re-read a particular section and given an activity where they must perform a monologue as a character at the end of the novel.
This document provides guidance for an exam focusing on how two British films, "In the Name of the Father" and "Hunger", represent the themes of outsiders and borders. Students are instructed to analyze key scenes that demonstrate the films' conformity to these themes. They are expected to show knowledge of characters, institutions, and relevant scenes, as well as apply film terminology and theories of narrative and representation. The marking scheme emphasizes accurate detail, specialist language, and addressing how the prison represents barriers to freedom and belonging for the protagonists. Students must summarize similarities and differences between scenes from the two films. Homework is to revise for an upcoming mock exam.
L28 wjec exam topics - structure and analysismisshanks
This document provides guidance on structuring exam answers for the WJEC Film Studies exam. It recommends:
1. Beginning with an introduction that demonstrates excellent knowledge of the films through institutional details and specialist language from the question.
2. Having a main body that makes detailed references to both films using theories covered in class, like Hallam and Marshment, Syd Field, Vladimir Propp, and Todorov, to analyze narratives and representations.
3. Concluding briefly by looking back at the introduction and using language from the exam question.
It then provides an example paragraph analyzing 'Hunger' and asks students to annotate it and write their own paragraph on how conflict is a major component of
This document provides an introduction to the film studies exam topic of "Borders and Identity" focusing on how films construct meanings around identity and belonging in relation to concepts of Britishness. Students will study two films - "In the Name of the Father" (1993) and "Hunger" (2008) - and analyze how the films represent Britishness and belonging to spectators. The document outlines tasks for students to complete during the lesson, including analyzing the trailers for how spectators might view the main characters, completing conflict analysis tasks for "In the Name of the Father," and summarizing the case studies and exam topic in one paragraph. Homework involves writing a timed essay response and creating a one-page timeline of key events from
This document outlines the class schedule for an English literature course focusing on Shakespeare. The course is divided into 5 units covering Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, The Tempest, and Station Eleven. For each class, students are assigned readings from the plays as well as supplemental materials. Class time involves discussing the plays, films adaptations, and related topics. Major assignments include strong response papers, a midterm analysis paper, a creative assignment, padlet posts and responses, and a final reflection paper.
Alfred Joyce Kilmer was an American journalist, poet, literary critic, lecturer and soldier who served as a sergeant in the 165th U.S. Infantry Regiment during World War 1. He was born in New Jersey in 1886 and attended Rutgers College and Columbia University, where he was involved in journalism and writing. In addition to his writing career, Kilmer briefly taught and also served in the U.S. military during World War 1 before dying in battle in 1918 at the age of 31.
This document provides guidance and questions for students to analyze the film "La Haine" (1995, dir. Mathieu Kassovitz). It begins with entrance questions asking what a character is reproducing in the mirror and how that compares to characters in another work. The document then provides learning objectives around recapping prior knowledge on the film, developing understanding of themes, and analyzing key scenes. Students are instructed to analyze examples of themes like disillusioned youth, prejudice, and neglect/poverty shown in scenes. Homework includes character analysis and revision questions.
This document outlines the course details for a British and American Studies course titled "Empire in British and American Literature". The course will examine concepts of expansion, empire, and frontier in British and American history and literature, exploring how these concepts are constructed through imperial discourses and their impact. It will be taught through lectures, class discussions, and essays. Assessment will include classwork, midterm and final exams. Key texts will include works by Defoe, Poe, Conrad, Forster and Greene.
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This document provides an overview of a lesson plan on film studies. It introduces the key concepts of Unionists, Republicans, and "The Troubles" in Northern Ireland. It then outlines the aims and objectives of analyzing two case studies on "The Troubles" to understand how they represent the conflict. The lesson focuses on narrative construction and how it shapes meanings and issues related to borders and identity. Students are assigned homework on researching the historical context and applying narrative theories to scenes from the case studies.
This course explores American film history through the Hollywood tradition from the late 19th century to present day. While it follows a chronological structure, it will also jump in time to better understand cinema's cultural impact. Discussions are central to the class, so participation is vital. Attendance for all lectures, discussions and screenings is required, as is completing two quizzes, a midterm paper, and a final exam. Required readings include The Cultures of American Film textbook and additional materials posted online. The course will examine major eras, genres, filmmakers and technological developments that have shaped Hollywood and American cinema over time.
This three lesson unit teaches 5th grade students about the Titanic. In the first lesson, the media specialist reads excerpts from books about the Titanic to spark interest. Those books are then loaned to the classroom. The second lesson shows a video about the ship's discovery. The third lesson uses a media specialist created jog with primary sources about the Titanic for students to explore. The goal is for students to read the 25 books required and learn about the famous shipwreck.
This document provides an overview and instructions for a lesson on the film "In the Name of the Father". It begins with an exam question asking students to analyze how conflict is established in the opening sequence. Students must submit a 1-page review analyzing micro features. The document then provides context about the film's narrative and topics it will cover, including conspiracy and interrogation. It outlines aims of the lesson to recap learning and analyze scenes showing conflict. Students are asked to explain what a character represents and evaluate a hypothetical scenario. The document provides feedback and outlines exam board expectations for identity studies before instructing students to analyze conflict in scenes and produce a homework mind map of themes.
This document provides the schedule and assignments for Project 1 of an English 309 course on rhetorical style. It outlines that all scaffolding homework is due before each class meeting. The genre parody assignment is the major project and is due on January 30th at 11:59 pm. The schedule details the in-class and homework assignments for each class meeting, which include introducing the project, analyzing genres and parody examples, drafting a genre parody, and peer reviewing drafts. Students are expected to read assigned materials and bring examples of the genre they will parody.
You must fill in the gaps to understand people and circumstances that make them act in certain ways, according to Steve McQueen. The document provides instructions and objectives for a lesson on the film "Hunger", including recapping prior learning, establishing how the film represents key exam topics like conflict, division, and authority through analysis of scenes, and developing understanding of narrative and representation theory. Students are tasked with a homework assignment to write a 1-2 page essay analyzing how spectators feel about characters in the film based on examples and using audience and critical theory.
L29 wjec exam topics preparation 'carousel of questions'misshanks
This document provides guidance and expectations for an exam focusing on British and American film. It outlines the following:
- Students will review their prior learning on two British identity films, "In the Name of the Father" and "Hunger", which make up 60% of the AS level course.
- The objectives are to understand the exam board's expectations, examples to refer to, and assessing knowledge of film as an audio-visual form and applying critical approaches.
- The mark scheme will examine excellent knowledge of film details, use of terminology, and understanding of narrative theory and representation when analyzing the chosen films.
Screening L7 l9 - in the name of the father screeningmisshanks
This document provides guidance for a film studies lesson on the British film "In the Name of the Father". The lesson will involve:
1) Recapping prior learning about the film by completing an online quiz.
2) Analyzing the opening scenes of the film to establish some of its key themes and issues related to identity that students must understand for their exam.
3) Watching at least 40 minutes of the film and taking notes on the provided sheet to aid revision and analyzing important scenes.
4) Answering an exam-style question in a 1-page review analyzing how the opening sequence establishes the idea of conflict through its micro features.
Assignment instructions for cultural presentationsJamie Flathers
Students will create 10-minute cultural presentations on aspects of Greek and Roman culture with accompanying 12-slide PowerPoints. Presentations should answer who, what, when, where, and why and cover topics like Greek amphitheaters, Dionysian festivals, how Greeks treated actors, Roman theaters, and more. Groups 1-4 present on August 29 and groups 5-8 on September 3. One group member will upload the PowerPoint to Blackboard and each student will submit a self and peer assessment.
This document provides a preview of the 3rd grade social studies curriculum for the second quarter. It will cover three units focusing on Paul Revere, Frederick Douglass, and Susan B. Anthony. Students will learn about these historical figures who expanded civil rights and how they demonstrated character traits like courage and leadership. Teachers will use resources like biographies, images, charts and creative writing assignments to help students understand these figures and the time periods.
L12 in the name of the father key scenes part 2 newmisshanks
1) The document provides homework assignments for students studying the film "In the Name of the Father." Students are asked to complete a short test on material covered so far, peer assess another student's answers, and reflect on personal targets.
2) Students must analyze two key scenes from the film to understand its themes and issues. They are expected to focus on how narrative constructs meanings and raises questions about identity and belonging in Britain.
3) For homework, students must produce a mind map of stereotypes represented in the film in terms of characters, locations, and narrative. They are also asked to state what they have learned and discuss how the narrative's construction influences viewer sympathy for the main character.
This document provides information about a screening and homework assignment for the film Tsotsi. Students will watch the first 45 minutes of the film, which depicts difficult urban environments in Johannesburg, South Africa. They are asked to identify 3 verbal codes that help establish the themes and issues represented in the film. For homework, students must research a review of Tsotsi online and mind map the social issues like poverty, disease, violence, and crime that are represented in the text. The screening and assignment are meant to help students recap prior learning and begin analyzing how urban environments are portrayed in films.
The document provides context and instruction for analyzing the film "Hunger" directed by Steve McQueen. It discusses the 1981 Irish hunger strike and the political demands of the prisoners. It notes McQueen's statement about people doing what circumstances force them to do. Students are instructed to watch a challenging scene and evaluate what they learned. For homework, students must write a one page review analyzing how the opening sequence establishes the idea of conflict through micro features.
This document provides instructions and information for a mock exam on British and American film. It outlines the structure of the exam, including an entrance activity asking students to write about a word related to one of the films being studied, and a main task requiring students to answer exam questions in silence while referencing both films. The document explains the exam board's expectations for knowledge, language, and analysis of narrative and representation. It provides timing information and asks students to complete a KWL task reflecting on what they have learned. Homework involves revising for the upcoming mock exam.
L11 l12 - in the name of the father key scenesmisshanks
This document provides instructions and guidance for students analyzing the film "In the Name of the Father" for a British film course. It includes gaps to fill in about characters, as well as prompts to analyze how scenes establish themes of identity, belonging, and conflict. Students are asked to recap what they've learned about the main characters. They must also discuss how different characters see themselves belonging at different points in the film. The document outlines expectations for examining how narrative and other film techniques construct meanings around identity and belonging for the spectator. It provides feedback forms and announces homework to revise for an upcoming test.
This document outlines the schedule and readings for a 4-week English course on narrative essays. In week 1, students will be introduced to the concept of detail as rhetoric and select an essay topic. Week 2 focuses on pacing, structure, and analyzing textual rhetoric. Students will complete a peer review and read two articles. A rough draft of the first essay is due in week 3. Week 4 includes conferences, and readings on emotional contagion. The final draft of the first essay is due at the end of week 4.
This document outlines the schedule and readings for a 4-week English course on narrative essays. In week 1, students will be introduced to the concept of detail as rhetoric and select an essay topic. Week 2 focuses on pacing and structure, with a peer review. Readings include "Driving Mr. Albert" and a chapter on analyzing textual rhetoric. Week 3 has a rough draft due and conferences, with readings on "Shitty First Drafts." The final week covers emotional contagion, with no class for conferences and two example essays; the final draft is due at the end.
You must fill in the gaps to summarize the document:
'I don’t think people are b___ in general, but c__________s make them do what they h____ t_.' (Steve M________)
bad
ircumstances
ave to
cQueen
This document outlines some of the common problems faced by teens, including social pressures, low self-esteem, learning to deal with emotions, physical changes like acne, risky behaviors around sex, pregnancy and substance abuse, attitudes of isolation, rebellion and refusing values, and concerns about body image and appearance.
The document provides a template for writing a film review with an introduction, body, and closing. The introduction includes the film's title, main actors, and setting. The body summarizes the plot, characters, and strong/weak points. The closing gives a personal opinion and recommendation about the film. Adjectives are provided to describe the film, and transition words are listed to connect ideas and indicate chronological order or consequence. The reader is assigned to write a film review on a film of their choice, due by the following Friday.
This document provides guidance and questions for students to analyze the film "La Haine" (1995, dir. Mathieu Kassovitz). It begins with entrance questions asking what a character is reproducing in the mirror and how that compares to characters in another work. The document then provides learning objectives around recapping prior knowledge on the film, developing understanding of themes, and analyzing key scenes. Students are instructed to analyze examples of themes like disillusioned youth, prejudice, and neglect/poverty shown in scenes. Homework includes character analysis and revision questions.
This document outlines the course details for a British and American Studies course titled "Empire in British and American Literature". The course will examine concepts of expansion, empire, and frontier in British and American history and literature, exploring how these concepts are constructed through imperial discourses and their impact. It will be taught through lectures, class discussions, and essays. Assessment will include classwork, midterm and final exams. Key texts will include works by Defoe, Poe, Conrad, Forster and Greene.
L2 areas of focus and l3 - narrative lessonmisshanks
This document provides an overview of a lesson plan on film studies. It introduces the key concepts of Unionists, Republicans, and "The Troubles" in Northern Ireland. It then outlines the aims and objectives of analyzing two case studies on "The Troubles" to understand how they represent the conflict. The lesson focuses on narrative construction and how it shapes meanings and issues related to borders and identity. Students are assigned homework on researching the historical context and applying narrative theories to scenes from the case studies.
This course explores American film history through the Hollywood tradition from the late 19th century to present day. While it follows a chronological structure, it will also jump in time to better understand cinema's cultural impact. Discussions are central to the class, so participation is vital. Attendance for all lectures, discussions and screenings is required, as is completing two quizzes, a midterm paper, and a final exam. Required readings include The Cultures of American Film textbook and additional materials posted online. The course will examine major eras, genres, filmmakers and technological developments that have shaped Hollywood and American cinema over time.
This three lesson unit teaches 5th grade students about the Titanic. In the first lesson, the media specialist reads excerpts from books about the Titanic to spark interest. Those books are then loaned to the classroom. The second lesson shows a video about the ship's discovery. The third lesson uses a media specialist created jog with primary sources about the Titanic for students to explore. The goal is for students to read the 25 books required and learn about the famous shipwreck.
This document provides an overview and instructions for a lesson on the film "In the Name of the Father". It begins with an exam question asking students to analyze how conflict is established in the opening sequence. Students must submit a 1-page review analyzing micro features. The document then provides context about the film's narrative and topics it will cover, including conspiracy and interrogation. It outlines aims of the lesson to recap learning and analyze scenes showing conflict. Students are asked to explain what a character represents and evaluate a hypothetical scenario. The document provides feedback and outlines exam board expectations for identity studies before instructing students to analyze conflict in scenes and produce a homework mind map of themes.
This document provides the schedule and assignments for Project 1 of an English 309 course on rhetorical style. It outlines that all scaffolding homework is due before each class meeting. The genre parody assignment is the major project and is due on January 30th at 11:59 pm. The schedule details the in-class and homework assignments for each class meeting, which include introducing the project, analyzing genres and parody examples, drafting a genre parody, and peer reviewing drafts. Students are expected to read assigned materials and bring examples of the genre they will parody.
You must fill in the gaps to understand people and circumstances that make them act in certain ways, according to Steve McQueen. The document provides instructions and objectives for a lesson on the film "Hunger", including recapping prior learning, establishing how the film represents key exam topics like conflict, division, and authority through analysis of scenes, and developing understanding of narrative and representation theory. Students are tasked with a homework assignment to write a 1-2 page essay analyzing how spectators feel about characters in the film based on examples and using audience and critical theory.
L29 wjec exam topics preparation 'carousel of questions'misshanks
This document provides guidance and expectations for an exam focusing on British and American film. It outlines the following:
- Students will review their prior learning on two British identity films, "In the Name of the Father" and "Hunger", which make up 60% of the AS level course.
- The objectives are to understand the exam board's expectations, examples to refer to, and assessing knowledge of film as an audio-visual form and applying critical approaches.
- The mark scheme will examine excellent knowledge of film details, use of terminology, and understanding of narrative theory and representation when analyzing the chosen films.
Screening L7 l9 - in the name of the father screeningmisshanks
This document provides guidance for a film studies lesson on the British film "In the Name of the Father". The lesson will involve:
1) Recapping prior learning about the film by completing an online quiz.
2) Analyzing the opening scenes of the film to establish some of its key themes and issues related to identity that students must understand for their exam.
3) Watching at least 40 minutes of the film and taking notes on the provided sheet to aid revision and analyzing important scenes.
4) Answering an exam-style question in a 1-page review analyzing how the opening sequence establishes the idea of conflict through its micro features.
Assignment instructions for cultural presentationsJamie Flathers
Students will create 10-minute cultural presentations on aspects of Greek and Roman culture with accompanying 12-slide PowerPoints. Presentations should answer who, what, when, where, and why and cover topics like Greek amphitheaters, Dionysian festivals, how Greeks treated actors, Roman theaters, and more. Groups 1-4 present on August 29 and groups 5-8 on September 3. One group member will upload the PowerPoint to Blackboard and each student will submit a self and peer assessment.
This document provides a preview of the 3rd grade social studies curriculum for the second quarter. It will cover three units focusing on Paul Revere, Frederick Douglass, and Susan B. Anthony. Students will learn about these historical figures who expanded civil rights and how they demonstrated character traits like courage and leadership. Teachers will use resources like biographies, images, charts and creative writing assignments to help students understand these figures and the time periods.
L12 in the name of the father key scenes part 2 newmisshanks
1) The document provides homework assignments for students studying the film "In the Name of the Father." Students are asked to complete a short test on material covered so far, peer assess another student's answers, and reflect on personal targets.
2) Students must analyze two key scenes from the film to understand its themes and issues. They are expected to focus on how narrative constructs meanings and raises questions about identity and belonging in Britain.
3) For homework, students must produce a mind map of stereotypes represented in the film in terms of characters, locations, and narrative. They are also asked to state what they have learned and discuss how the narrative's construction influences viewer sympathy for the main character.
This document provides information about a screening and homework assignment for the film Tsotsi. Students will watch the first 45 minutes of the film, which depicts difficult urban environments in Johannesburg, South Africa. They are asked to identify 3 verbal codes that help establish the themes and issues represented in the film. For homework, students must research a review of Tsotsi online and mind map the social issues like poverty, disease, violence, and crime that are represented in the text. The screening and assignment are meant to help students recap prior learning and begin analyzing how urban environments are portrayed in films.
The document provides context and instruction for analyzing the film "Hunger" directed by Steve McQueen. It discusses the 1981 Irish hunger strike and the political demands of the prisoners. It notes McQueen's statement about people doing what circumstances force them to do. Students are instructed to watch a challenging scene and evaluate what they learned. For homework, students must write a one page review analyzing how the opening sequence establishes the idea of conflict through micro features.
This document provides instructions and information for a mock exam on British and American film. It outlines the structure of the exam, including an entrance activity asking students to write about a word related to one of the films being studied, and a main task requiring students to answer exam questions in silence while referencing both films. The document explains the exam board's expectations for knowledge, language, and analysis of narrative and representation. It provides timing information and asks students to complete a KWL task reflecting on what they have learned. Homework involves revising for the upcoming mock exam.
L11 l12 - in the name of the father key scenesmisshanks
This document provides instructions and guidance for students analyzing the film "In the Name of the Father" for a British film course. It includes gaps to fill in about characters, as well as prompts to analyze how scenes establish themes of identity, belonging, and conflict. Students are asked to recap what they've learned about the main characters. They must also discuss how different characters see themselves belonging at different points in the film. The document outlines expectations for examining how narrative and other film techniques construct meanings around identity and belonging for the spectator. It provides feedback forms and announces homework to revise for an upcoming test.
This document outlines the schedule and readings for a 4-week English course on narrative essays. In week 1, students will be introduced to the concept of detail as rhetoric and select an essay topic. Week 2 focuses on pacing, structure, and analyzing textual rhetoric. Students will complete a peer review and read two articles. A rough draft of the first essay is due in week 3. Week 4 includes conferences, and readings on emotional contagion. The final draft of the first essay is due at the end of week 4.
This document outlines the schedule and readings for a 4-week English course on narrative essays. In week 1, students will be introduced to the concept of detail as rhetoric and select an essay topic. Week 2 focuses on pacing and structure, with a peer review. Readings include "Driving Mr. Albert" and a chapter on analyzing textual rhetoric. Week 3 has a rough draft due and conferences, with readings on "Shitty First Drafts." The final week covers emotional contagion, with no class for conferences and two example essays; the final draft is due at the end.
You must fill in the gaps to summarize the document:
'I don’t think people are b___ in general, but c__________s make them do what they h____ t_.' (Steve M________)
bad
ircumstances
ave to
cQueen
This document outlines some of the common problems faced by teens, including social pressures, low self-esteem, learning to deal with emotions, physical changes like acne, risky behaviors around sex, pregnancy and substance abuse, attitudes of isolation, rebellion and refusing values, and concerns about body image and appearance.
The document provides a template for writing a film review with an introduction, body, and closing. The introduction includes the film's title, main actors, and setting. The body summarizes the plot, characters, and strong/weak points. The closing gives a personal opinion and recommendation about the film. Adjectives are provided to describe the film, and transition words are listed to connect ideas and indicate chronological order or consequence. The reader is assigned to write a film review on a film of their choice, due by the following Friday.
Here is a draft blog post analyzing film reviews and posters:
Film Review and Poster Analysis
In this blog post, I will analyze some examples of film reviews and posters to understand the key conventions and techniques used within these media. I will then discuss my plans for creating my own review and poster.
Film Review Conventions
I analyzed two reviews from Empire magazine. Both followed several conventions:
- They begin with an attention-grabbing opening line to hook the reader.
- They provide details on the plot in an engaging way without revealing too many spoilers.
- They comment on the performances, directing, special effects, music and technical aspects.
- They give an overall verdict or recommendation at
How to Write a Movie Review: Full GuideReview Essay
This document provides a full guide to writing a movie review in multiple sentences. It outlines the key steps which include watching the movie, comprehending the story, studying the characters, noting the setting, music, costumes, cinematography, and starting to write the review. The review should include the writer's opinion, consider the audience, and cite sources properly. Professional essay review services are available online to help with writing the review.
The film was an enjoyable experience that kept the audience entertained throughout its runtime. While the plot was somewhat predictable, the strong performances from the lead actors helped carry the movie. Overall, it was an entertaining film that served as a good way to pass the time.
The document summarizes a movie review of the film "Elizabeth: The Golden Age" in three sentences or less for each element:
What's it about? - It's about Queen Elizabeth II in 1585 trying to protect England from invasion by Spain while dealing with Clive Owen's character who wants to explore more territory.
How good is the acting? - Cate Blanchett gives a stellar performance, injecting humor into the role without losing the character's wisdom.
How good is the directing? - The directing is not great, with some random shots, close-ups that are too close, and aerial shots that are too high, making the big war scenes incoherent montages.
This document discusses common problems faced by teenagers, including peer pressure, bullying, drugs and alcohol, sex and teen pregnancy, and depression. It notes that peer pressure can influence teens to do risky behaviors like smoke, drink, do drugs or have sex just to fit in. Bullying is described as intending to hurt others physically, mentally or online, and may lead to issues like losing friends or depression. Drugs and alcohol are discussed as providing temporary escapes but often exacerbating underlying problems and risks like addiction. Sex and teen pregnancy carry health and social risks. Depression can result from these problems and cause further issues. The document concludes by reminding teens that though their problems may feel overwhelming, there are always solutions.
Teenagers face many common problems. Some of the biggest issues include conflicts with parents as teens desire more independence, difficulties finding employment opportunities due to their age, and navigating emotional relationships during first loves that often end unhappily. Additional challenges include maintaining friendships as teens learn more about themselves, feelings of isolation, and unhealthy coping mechanisms like smoking, drinking, or experimenting with drugs. While the problems of being a teenager are significant, youth is also a time of exploration and possibility before taking on adult responsibilities.
The document provides a template for writing a movie review by listing 7 questions to answer about the title, director, setting, main characters, plot summary without ending, recommendation, opinion, and rating. The questions guide writing a review that covers key details about the movie.
Adolescence is a time of significant brain development and maturation. Changes in the prefrontal cortex during this period can impact risk-taking behavior, attention, and motivation in teenagers. Studies show the prefrontal cortex, which regulates cognitive control and decision making, continues developing into a person's 20s. As a result, teenagers may engage in more impulsive and reward-seeking behavior compared to adults due to an imbalance between developing brain regions. However, with age the prefrontal cortex matures and allows for better regulation of behavior and attention.
The document provides a template for summarizing a film, including descriptors of its genre, setting, starring actors and director, a brief plot summary, positive and negative vocabulary for critique, and a recommendation. It allows the reviewer to customize details to summarize a specific movie.
This document provides guidance on how to write a movie review. It begins by advising the writer to consider their intended audience. The writer should watch the film objectively and avoid personal attacks. Notes should be taken while watching to remember themes, plot points, and initial opinions. After watching, the writer should use a word processor to organize their ideas and formulate a draft that addresses length requirements. Finally, the document recommends using social media platforms to share the completed review with potential readers.
Caderno do Aluno Inglês 2 ano vol 1 2014-2017Diogo Santos
Here are some adjectives formed from the verbs and nouns:
Verbs Adjectives Nouns Adjectives
attract attractive danger dangerous
accept acceptable industry industrial
act active use useful
create creative home homeless
2. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in parentheses.
a) The film was very __________ (entertain).
b) I didn't find the story very __________ (believe).
c) The characters were quite __________ (develop).
d) The special effects were very __________ (impress).
e) The ending was totally __________ (predict).
3. Match the words with their definitions:
1. Plot ( ) a. The main character
The document provides context and instructions for answering questions about the short story "In a Grove" by Akutagawa and the film Rashomon by Kurosawa. It discusses how the original contexts of 1922 Japan and 1950 postwar Japan influenced the works. It then asks the reader to imagine adapting the works for a contemporary Toronto audience in 2023, including how they would represent race, gender, nation, setting, characters, and whether to provide closure or an unresolved ending.
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2. a special type of article for publication
in a magazine or newspaper
What is a film review?
3. depending on the publication
(magazine, newspaper)
What style of language?
formal or semi-formal
4. present simple
What grammar
structures are typical?
past simple
passive voice
The film is about…
The film won 3 Oscars…
It is set in…
It was directed by…
5. title director
type of film stars
theme awards
What is the
organization like?
paragraph 1
9. Sources:
. Evans, V. Successful Writing Intermediate. Express
Publishing, United Kingdom, 2009.
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Oxford University Press. Argentina.2013
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2: Las Imágenes en las Presentaciones. Especialización docente
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Photo credits:
. slide 1, left hand: Rubin Starset, Flickr, CC (BY, NC, SA)
. slide 1, right hand: MrGandy, Wikimedia Commons,
Public Domain
. slide 6: Kendra Miller, Flickr, CC (BY, ND)
. slide 7: Cranky Ashley, Flickr, CC (BY, NC, SA)
. slide 8: PersonalCreations, Flickr, CC (BY)