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Understanding the concept of remembrance in John McCrae’s ‘In Flanders Fields’
Pupil outcome: I can explain how John McCrae presents the experience of dying at war. Key learning points: - The poem begins by introducing the symbol of the poppy - There are crosses marking the graves of the many fallen soldiers, who...
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Writing a comparative response on perspectives of war and sacrifice in WW1 poems
Pupil outcome: I can write a detailed comparative response to answer the question: ‘Compare how the concept of dying at war is presented in Naidu’s ‘The Gift of India’ and one other poem.’ Key learning points: - A comparative thesis...
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Comparing views in ‘The Soldier’, ‘In Flanders Fields’ and ‘The Gift of India’
Pupil outcome: I can make detailed comparisons between how Brooke, Naidu and McCrae present ideas around war and the experience of dying at war. Key learning points: - Both Naidu and Brooke personify their respective countries but they...
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Writing about John McCrae’s ‘In Flanders Fields’ as a call to arms
Pupil outcome: I can plan and write a detailed analytical response to answer the question ‘How does McCrae use ‘In Flanders Fields’ as a call to arms for the reader?’ Key learning points: - McCrae's use of language and structure creates...
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Analysing John McCrae’s call to arms in ‘In Flanders Fields’
Pupil outcome: I can explain how McCrae uses natural imagery, euphonic sounds and structure to present a call to arms. Key learning points: - The natural imagery of the poppy and the lark suggests that it's natural to die for your...
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C.S. Lewis: His Friendship and War Experience
C.S. Lewis part 9 of 11: The video explores the life of C.S. Lewis during World War I, his friendship with fellow soldier Paddy Moore, and the pact they made to care for each other's families if one of them died. It also highlights how...