ENGLISH HOMEWORK CHALLENGE- TERM 2

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Knowledge Organiser Seneca Learning Research Read Theory Mini Project

Complete and bring in your
own version of a knowledge
organiser using this term’s unit
and vocabulary covered.
Work through Seneca assigned
by your teacher and provide
proof of completion.
Research some of the examples
of gender inequality through
the years.
Create a Read Theory account
(or see Mrs Grace) and earn a
minimum of 200 KP. Provide
proof of completion.
Create a project on your new
unit of work. Research
something in particular that you
have found interesting. Use
your imagination!

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https://www.ted.com/talks/rosie_carter_t
ackling_gender_inequality
Spend a minimum of 30 mins Create flashcards of the key Write the opening of a story or Who are the most famous
Watch the video above on on this website and produce terms on your knowledge poem based around gender
tackling gender equality and women in literature? Research
your own short story. Provide organiser. Use these to learn the inequality using ideas from
make notes on how we can at least three books, including
paper proof of completion. spellings and definitions. class.
make a difference. facts about the author.
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3 tasks per half term. 6 completed over the term.

Half termly and termly rewards- the harder you work and the more tickets you receive, the better the
rewards!
 Big Question: How are gender roles and stereotypes presented within a Shakespeare play?

Tier Two Vocabulary: Definition:

Diversity (noun) Including people from a variety of backgrounds, cultures

and experiences
Perspective (noun) A point of view or attitude
Masculinity (noun) Qualities regarded as characteristic of men
Tier Three Definition
Inequality (noun) Unfair opportunities or experiences Transactional Writing
Terminology
Patriarchal (adjective) A society controlled by men
Misogyny (noun) Dislike of, contempt for or prejudice against women Pathos Evoking pity or sadness

Prejudice (noun) Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or Hyperbole Exaggeration
actual experience Direct Address Speaking directly to the audience
Inferior (adjective) Lower in rank or status Triple Three words or phrases in succession for effect
Submissive (adjective) Ready to conform to the authority of others Superlative The most extreme form of something

Impulsive (adjective) Acting quickly without thinking Fact Something which can be proven to be true
Appearance (noun) How someone looks or behaves on the surface Statistics Numerical data supporting an idea or argument
Subvert (verb) Overturn or destroy an idea or power Rhetorical Question A question which is asked for effect not for an answer
Stereotype (noun) A widely held simplistic idea of a particular type of Emotive Language Language linked to emotion or which evokes a strong emotion
person or thing
Received A form of English dialect which is often associated with being well
Maternal (adjective) Motherly and caring Pronunciation educated

Uncouth (adjective) Lacking good manners or refinement Register The tone of a piece of writing
Feud (noun) A conflict or disagreement Standard English A form of English widely accepted as the correct form
Monarchy (noun) A society with a King or Queen at the head Anecdote A personal story linked to an idea or argument
Hostility (noun) showing intense dislike for something Allusion A reference or hint to another idea or piece of Literature
Adversity (noun) a difficult or unpleasant situation
Context: Tier Three Shakespeare Definition
Terminology
Shakespeare was born in the Elizabethan era, named after Elizabeth I. Queen Elizabeth was a Stereotype An oversimplified idea of a person or thing
strong woman and was known for subverting the gender stereotype by refusing to marry and
forcing her subjects to address her as 'King'. Catastrophe The final action that completes the unravelling of the
plot e.g. the hero meets his end
The Honour Code was a common belief – people believed if someone insulted you or your Semantic field A group of words linking to a mood or topic
family you had to fight them to preserve your honour and status. If you didn't you were seen
as less of a 'man'. Imagery Using detailed description to create an image in the
readers' minds
The Elizabethan era and the era the play is set in were patriarchal societies. This means men
had power over women. Men were stereotypically expected to be strong, unemotive and Repetition Saying a word or phrase more than once for effect
powerful. Women were stereotypically expected to be submissive, emotional and less Climax The main action point
intelligent than men.
Foreshadowing Hinting at future events
Word classes Nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs
Pathetic fallacy Using the weather to set the mood
Simile Comparison using 'like' or 'as'
Metaphor Stating something is something it is not

Personification Giving an inanimate object human qualities

Monologue A speech given by a character

Sonnet A love poem with 14 lines, rhyme scheme and iambic
pentameter
Dramatic Irony When the audience knows more than the characters

Soliloquy When a character speaks their thoughts to the

audience
Tragic Hero A protagonist who experiences a downfall

Hamartia A character's fatal flaw

Catharsis Something which releases your emotions and
provides release
Internal conflict When a character is confused or torn