How does Shakespeare use disguise in the play “Twelfth Night?” Essay

Julie Tagg| Think and Write for CSEC English A and B Let’s take a look at another essay question for Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” and the response for this question. In the play “Twelfth Night,” Shakespeare explores the use of disguise. With close reference to the play, discuss the use and effectiveness of disguise. You should… Read More How does Shakespeare use disguise in the play “Twelfth Night?” Essay

Theme of Love in Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” Essay

By Julie Tagg Let’s take a look at the theme of love in Shakespeare and how you would respond to this essay question. “Twelfth Night” is a play that revolves around the theme of love. In your essay, you are required to explore two different types of love depicted in the play. Additionally, you should… Read More Theme of Love in Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” Essay

Themes in “For the Life of Laetitia” by Merle Hodges Essay

This novel, despite its seemingly simple narrative, addresses a number of significant issues or themes that are prevalent in Caribbean society. The role of education and women in society One of the most important themes explored in the story is the role of education and women in society. Through Anjanee’s story, the author reveals that… Read More Themes in “For the Life of Laetitia” by Merle Hodges Essay

ENGLISH B SAMPLE QUESTION AND RESPONSE for Poetry – Love

THEME: LOVE As the exams are approaching, it is crucial to start preparing early. One of the best ways to prepare is to practice with sample questions. Practicing with sample questions will help you to identify areas where you need to focus more and reinforce what you have already learned. Additionally, you should gather all… Read More ENGLISH B SAMPLE QUESTION AND RESPONSE for Poetry – Love

Conflict – Merle Hodge “For the Life of Laetitia”

Lacey and the Community Lacey, a young girl, is facing several challenges in her life. Her Maths teacher, Mrs. Lopez, doesn’t seem to like her and makes it clear that she wasn’t wanted at the school. Lacey has already proved her talent by winning a place in a government secondary school, but Mrs. Lopez’s foreign… Read More Conflict – Merle Hodge “For the Life of Laetitia”

Personification in Alistair Campbell’s “Anansi”

Personification In this play, Girl narrates her journey from Africa and describes the river as having human qualities that carry her further and further away from her mother on its great brown back. This personification not only shows the force of nature but also highlights how Girl is helplessly separated from her birthplace. The playwright… Read More Personification in Alistair Campbell’s “Anansi”

Similes and Metaphors in Anansi by Alistair Campbell

Similes and metaphors play an important role in the play. They bring out the playwright’s perspective on the characters, highlight the key issues of the play and help the audience to better visualize the images to be conveyed. To illustrate Girl’s struggle and devise a method of survival, Woman tells her to “weave your little… Read More Similes and Metaphors in Anansi by Alistair Campbell

Symbols in Alistair Campbell’s “Anansi”

Julie Tagg| Think and Write for CSEC English  The play cleverly incorporates the symbols of the Spider and Tiger to emphasize their notable strengths. The Tiger, as portrayed in the “Forest Stories”, is depicted as a “strong” and “bold” character akin to the white slave masters of the era. Meanwhile, the Spider, known as Anansi,… Read More Symbols in Alistair Campbell’s “Anansi”

Alistair Campbell’s “Anansi” – Use of Imagery

Imagery Throughout the play, the author uses vivid images of darkness, death, and light to convey the emotional weight of the story. These images are intended to evoke strong feelings in the audience and bring to life the dehumanizing experiences of the slaves on board the ship. For instance, when the character Girl recounts their… Read More Alistair Campbell’s “Anansi” – Use of Imagery

Merle Hodge “For the Life of Laetitia” – Comparing the main characters

Anjanee and Lacey: Both girls are from rural backgrounds and attend the same school. They face a great deal of pressure at school because of the challenges of being “country” children. Anjanee commits suicide because she cannot find inspiration or hope from her family. With the help of her family, Lacey recovers from her nervous… Read More Merle Hodge “For the Life of Laetitia” – Comparing the main characters

Merle Hodge “For the Life of Laetitia” The Plot

Exploring the plot in the novel The story is about Laetitia Johnson’s first year at secondary school. She is called Lacey for short and lives with her grandmother, cousins and other family members since her mother, Patsy, migrated to New York. Lacey’s father, Cephas shows little interest in his daughter. But later when he finds… Read More Merle Hodge “For the Life of Laetitia” The Plot

Analysis of the themes in the play “Anansi” by Alistair Campbell

Julie Tagg| March 24, 2024 •Learning Objectives: In this section you will: • discover the major themes of the play • recognise how the major themes reflect the slave trade experience • explore the connections between themes • explore how the themes and conflict add to the dramatic function of the play CONFLICT, THEMES, AND… Read More Analysis of the themes in the play “Anansi” by Alistair Campbell

South

Kamau Brathwaite But today I recapture the islands’ bright beaches:  blue mist from the ocean rolling into the fishermen’s houses. By these shores I was born:  sound of the sea came in at my window, life heaved and breathed in me then with the strength of that turbulent soil.  Since then I have travelled:  moved… Read More South

The Boy Who Loved Ice Cream by Olive Senior

CHARACTER Benjy Benjy’s mom Benjy’s father The good-looking man SETTING The story takes place in the small town of Springville in rural Jamaica. The family is from an even smaller town called One-Eye, located in the mountains of Springville. SUMMARY           The third-person narrator tells of Benjy and his need to taste ice cream for… Read More The Boy Who Loved Ice Cream by Olive Senior