All things Educational. Sharing resources for Secondary English
The majority of reading materials will be contained in your critical pack; videos and podcasts available through your A-level playlist. Tick when completed and make sure you manage your workload – do not leave it all until the last minute. Whole A-level Playlist Week 1: Read the background of the text in your critical [...]
Jancke Dunn's analysis highlights the significant role of music in Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, revealing its function beyond mere realism. The music, including the "Blue Piano" and polka motifs, intensifies character emotions, particularly contrasting Blanche's vulnerability with Stanley's predatory nature, and symbolizes their tragic decline.
Chimamanda Adichie's Purple Hibiscus explores the themes of violence and oppression in Nigeria under the regimes of Generals Babangida and Abacha. Through Kambili's coming-of-age, the novel reveals the clash between familial silence and the political turmoil, reflecting the broader context of Nigeria's post-colonial struggles and repressive history.
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