Act 1 Gros-Jean has decided to leave home to make his own way in the world. Although his mother tries to give him advice about protecting himself from the devil; he disregards her advice by stating, ‘I knows all of this already’. This indicates that he believes that he knows best. We see that he has no respect for nature…
Updated English A and B SBA Overview
PORTFOLIO Each student will create a Portfolio on an issue/topic/theme/event selected by the students in the group and approved by the teacher. The issue/topic/theme/event will also be orally presented. The issue/topic/theme/event selected should allow for meaningful research and presentation. The Portfolio should include the following: 1. PLAN OF INVESTIGATION – an introduction to the issue/topic/theme/event (A satisfactory response should be…
10 Comma Uses
Use #1: Combine two strong clauses joined with a coordinating conjunction. Example: School is still in session for another nine weeks, so you better try to learn all you can. Use #2: Separate items in a series. Example: We are going waterskiing, swimming, and snorkeling. Use #3: Set off introductory phrases or clauses. Example: To raise enough money in time,…
A Stone’s Throw Analysis
“A person who won’t read has no advantage over one who can’t read.” -Mark Twain Hi, I am Guyanese Jamain Hatton. I have been teaching CSEC English A and B for the past seven years. During this time I have noticed how unenthusiastic some students can be when they hear the word ‘Poetry’. As a result, I have decided to…
