Understanding Peer Pressure in Literature
English
Year 9
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the theme of peer pressure within a literary context. It includes a scene summary and context guide, alongside error correction and analysis questions to develop critical reading skills.
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Understanding Peer Pressure in Literature
Subject: EnglishGrade: Year 9
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Grade Year 9
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Scene Summary and Context Guide
This scene depicts a pivotal moment where the protagonist faces intense peer pressure from their peers to conform to a group activity they are uncomfortable with. The narrative explores the subtle dynamics of influence, highlighting how group consensus can sway individual decisions, often against personal values. The excerpt includes phrases such as 'they whispered, urging' and 'the crowd's silent gaze' to evoke a sense of coercion. The scene is set in a familiar school environment, where social pressures frequently shape behaviour, particularly among adolescents. The author employs techniques like imagery and tone to underscore the tension and internal conflict experienced by the protagonist. Recognising these techniques can deepen understanding of the characters’ psychological states and the broader themes of conformity and resistance.
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Error Correction and Literary Analysis
Answer the following questions to identify and correct errors related to literary techniques and language use in the provided passage.
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Identify the literary technique used in the phrase 'they whispered, urging' and explain its effect.
[2 marks]2.
Correct the following sentence for grammatical accuracy: 'the crowd's silent gaze' should be 'the crowd's silent gazes'.
[1 mark]3.
Find and correct the error in the phrase: 'the subtle dynamics of influence'. Is it a grammatical, lexical, or stylistic mistake?
[2 marks]4.
Identify the tone created by the phrase 'intense peer pressure' and explain its impact on the reader.
[2 marks]5.
Suggest a better word to replace 'influence' in the phrase 'the subtle dynamics of influence' to add more nuance.
[2 marks]6.
The phrase 'familiar school environment' is used to set the scene. Suggest a more evocative description to enhance imagery.
[2 marks]7.
Describe how tone is established in the scene summary through word choice.
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Analyse how imagery is used in the phrase 'the crowd's silent gaze' and discuss its effect.
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- 12/31/2025
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