Worksheet on Anita and Me: Cultural Clash

English
Year 9
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet focused on error correction and analysis related to the theme of cultural clash in Anita and Me. Designed to develop critical reading and analytical skills.

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Worksheet on Anita and Me: Cultural Clash

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Grade Year 9
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Scene Summary and Context

In the novel Anita and Me, the story revolves around the cultural tensions experienced by Meena, a young girl growing up in a multicultural community in England during the 1970s. The narrative explores her friendship with Anita, a rebellious girl from a different cultural background, and the differences that create conflict and misunderstanding between their worlds. Key themes include identity, prejudice, and belonging. A significant scene depicts Meena’s first encounter with cultural stereotypes, where she witnesses her family and community’s reactions to outsiders, highlighting the clash between traditional values and modern influences. The text features phrases like 'cultural divide' and 'generational conflict', illustrating the societal tensions. The novel’s setting, a small town, serves as a microcosm for broader societal issues concerning race and cultural identity during that period.
1.
Identify one phrase from the summary that indicates a theme of cultural conflict.
[2 marks]
2.
What time period is the novel set in?
[1 mark]
3.
Name one key theme discussed in the scene.
[2 marks]
4.
Describe the significance of the phrase 'cultural divide' in the context of the novel.
5.
Explain how the setting helps to illustrate the societal tensions in the story.
6.
Identify a literary technique used in the scene summary and explain its effect.
[3 marks]
7.
Choose one phrase from the summary and analyse its connotation regarding cultural conflict.
[2 marks]
8.
Based on the summary, suggest one possible scene that demonstrates the clash between traditional and modern values.
[2 marks]
9.
Why is the setting of a small town effective in exploring societal tensions?
[2 marks]

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Created
12/31/2025
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12/31/2025
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