English term 2 yr 8

Maori and Aboriginal people and trash

What is a theme

A central idea or underlying message in a literary work

What is a main idea

The primary concept or point that an author intends to convey in a text.

What are some themes present in trash

Themes included loyalty, freedom, poverty and survival

How is the theme friendship present in the story trash

The two protagonists, Raphael and gardo are very close and share a strong bond. Their friendship is a source of emotional support and strength through the daily struggles of life. This also brings them closer.

How is the theme, poverty present in the story trash

All main characters are born into poverty and have experienced the negative effects it has on them personally and socially. It also forces them into a life of survival which is another theme.

How is the theme of Corruption shown in the story trash

Is one of the major issues that governments in developing countries face. The dishonest use of money and the way people take advantage of power is shown throughout the novel.

How is the theme survival shown in the text trash

Survival is a central theme in the story, illustrating how the characters navigate their harsh realities. They engage in resourcefulness and resilience, constantly adapting to their environment.

What should body paragraph 1 include in a persuasive speech

First strong reason supporting your argument

What should body paragraph 2 include in a persuasive speech

Your weakest reason supporting your argument

What about the rebuttal paragraph in a persuasive speech

Your strongest argument, and must prove that the opposing argument is flawed

What's a ideal starter for a rebuttal paragraph

Although some may argue that…..

The last paragraph sums up your main point. It's should include:

A call to action

Provide a solution

Anecdote or scenario

Make a prediction

What is a punchline

A memorable and impactful statement that reinforces your main argument or call to action

Why is understanding peoples perspectives important

It's an important skill for people to develop empathy, improve communication and build strong relationships .

What are some ways you can understand others perspectives

Active listening

Ask open ended questions

Practise empathetic language

What is perspective defined as

A particular way of considering something, generally from someone else's viewpoint

What should the curriculum focus on from an indigenous perspective

Cultural inclusivity

Acknowledgement of elders, past and present and the land they are on

Promote respect and highlighting their importance

What is closing the gap

A national initiative established by the Australian government in 2008. It's aim was to reduce disadvantages among Aboriginal Australians and Torres strait Islander peoples.

Why do people know little about the country and its history

Immigration

Lack of education

Negative stereotypes lead to misunderstandings

Why is language a concern for nothing indigenous and non indigenous peoples

Misunderstandings can reinforce harmful stereotypes and misperceptions. It can also be painful and time consuming for indigenous people to explain

What does silent women mean in terms of Aboriginal stereotypes

May depict indigenous Australian women as quiet and submissive

What does warrior men mean in terms of Aboriginal stereotypes

May be stereotyped as fierce warriors or troublemakers, which disregards their contributions

What does alcohol and drug abuse mean in terms of Aboriginal stereotypes

Suggest that Aboriginals are more prone to alcohol or substance abuse

What does lack of education mean in terms of Aboriginal stereotypes

Indigenous people have lower levels of education and intelligence and fewer opportunities

What is acknowledgement of country

A statement that you recognise and respect the land that has, for thousands of years, been cared for by Aboriginal communities

What does colonisation mean for the Aboriginals

It was the day in 1788, that the Aboriginals lost their land to the British arriving on the first fleet, disrupting their way of life.

What is the stolen generation

The policy of forcibly removing indigenous children from their parents. This was done to assimilate Aboriginal children into western culture

What's a treaty

A legally binding agreement between two or more parties

What is a referendum

A national vote on a question about a proposed change to the constitution

What is the significance of the 1967 referendum to change the constitution

Australians voted to change the constitution so that like all other Australians, Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander peoples would be counted as part of the population

Describe the freedom ride

Charles Perkins led a bus ride around Australia with a few students with the idea to appraise awareness for Aboriginal individuals

What is segregation

The act of discriminating and separating one group from another

Who was the prime minister who gave the land back to the gurindji people and what year

It was. Gough whitlam and it was 1975

Who are the indigenous people of Aotearoa/ New Zealand

The Maori people

Who wants the British explorer who settled in new Zealand in 1769

It was captain James cook

What was the treaty called in which the Maori people signed in 1840

The treaty of Waitangi

What are some challenges of the maori people

Health disparities

Social disparities

Cultural preservation

What is diegetic sound

Natural sound that comes from within the film

What is non diegetic sound

Sound which comes from outside of the film usually being sound effects, music and voiceover

High angle shot

Looking down at the character

Makes them look vulnerable and weak

Low angle shot

Positioned below the character looking up

Makes the character look powerful or intimidating

Extreme close up

Focuses on part of the body usually the face

Used to convey emotions or the importance of something

Close-up

A shot focusing on the shoulders and up

Convey characters emotions and thoughts

Medium shot

Shows from the waist and up

Let's the audience see what they are doing but also how they are feeling

Cowboy shot

Shows from mid thigh to top of their head

Shows heroic poses and makes them look strong,confident and in control

Long shot

Full body is shown and shows location

Used to establish setting

Extreme long shot

Used to establish a wider setting

Lighting

Casts light or shadow

Bright lighting creates a positive and cheerful mood

Dark and dramatic lighting creates tension and suspense

What are some main themes of whale rider

Cultural identity

Gender roles

Leadership

Resilience and determination

Family and community