Worksheet on Anita and Me
English
Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet focusing on literature analysis of Anita and Me within the context of 1970s Britain, incorporating science fiction themes and creative writing tasks.
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Worksheet on Anita and Me
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Scene Summary and Context
In the novel Anita and Me, set against the backdrop of 1970s Britain, the story explores the cultural and social dynamics of a young girl navigating her multicultural community. The narrative includes reflections on societal change, identity, and technology's impact on daily life. Imagine a future where society faces a technological revolution—robots, space travel, and AI play a central role. The protagonist’s childhood memories are intertwined with themes of discovery and transformation that mirror the sci-fi elements. For example, the phrase 'machines learning to think' hints at technological evolution, while 'a new world beyond the stars' evokes exploration and change. The story can be seen as a metaphor for societal shifts, with characters embodying different aspects of human and machine interactions. This context invites you to analyze how the novel’s themes of change, identity, and cultural conflict can be expanded through science fiction ideas and creative interpretation.
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Analysis Questions
Answer the following questions based on the scene summary and your understanding of the novel. Be concise and specific.
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Identify one literary technique used to depict societal change in the scene summary.
[2 marks]2.
Explain how the phrase 'machines learning to think' relates to the novel’s themes of technology and identity.
[2 marks]3.
What does the phrase 'a new world beyond the stars' suggest about the theme of exploration?
[2 marks]4.
Describe how societal conflict can be symbolized through science fiction elements in the context of the novel.
[4 marks]5.
Identify and explain one example of symbolism from the scene summary.
[2 marks]6.
How can the themes of identity in the novel be expanded through a science fiction perspective?
[2 marks]7.
Select a quote from the scene summary and analyze its significance in relation to societal change.
[2 marks]8.
Propose a creative scenario: imagine the protagonist in a future sci-fi setting. Describe one challenge they might face.
[4 marks]9.
Reflect on how science fiction themes can deepen understanding of cultural and societal issues in the original novel.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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