Worksheet on Pigeon English - Immigrant Experience in a Dystopian Future
English
Grade 7
10 questions
~20 mins
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A worksheet exploring the immigrant experience depicted in Pigeon English, set against the backdrop of a dystopian future. Designed for Grade 7 students, it includes analysis and creative writing tasks to deepen understanding of themes, literary devices, and character perspectives.
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Worksheet on Pigeon English - Immigrant Experience in a Dystopian Future
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Scene Summary and Context Guide
In a future dystopian city, where societal structures have crumbled and chaos prevails, a young immigrant boy navigates a world filled with danger and uncertainty. The city, once a thriving metropolis, is now a dangerous wasteland controlled by factions vying for power. Amidst the ruins, the boy struggles with feelings of displacement and hope, as he seeks safety and belonging. His journey highlights themes of resilience, identity, and survival, reflecting the immigrant experience in a society that has drastically changed. A short phrase from the text mentions ‘fading shadows,’ symbolizing the fading hope of the characters, while the phrase ‘broken streets’ depicts the shattered environment they live in.
1.
Summarize the main setting described in the scene summary.
[2 marks]2.
What does the phrase ‘fading shadows’ symbolize in the context of the story?
[2 marks]3.
Identify and explain one literary device used in the scene summary.
[3 marks]B
Analyzing Literary Techniques
Identify and explain the use of the following literary techniques in the context of the dystopian setting described.
1.
Find a phrase from the scene summary that uses imagery. Describe what it depicts.
[2 marks]2.
Describe the significance of the phrase ‘fading shadows’ in relation to the theme of hope.
[3 marks]3.
Explain how the setting contributes to the overall mood of the story.
[5 marks]C
Creative Writing: Dystopian Immigrant Perspective
Imagine you are the young immigrant boy in this dystopian world. Write a short story or diary entry describing a day in your life, focusing on your feelings and experiences. Include at least two literary techniques to enhance your narrative.
1.
Compose a creative narrative from the perspective of the boy, emphasizing themes of hope or despair.
[15 marks]2.
Include at least two literary devices in your narrative (e.g., metaphor, simile, imagery). Briefly identify each device and its purpose.
[4 marks]D
Discussion and Reflection
Answer the following questions to reflect on the thematic and literary aspects of the story.
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How does the setting of a dystopian future affect the characters’ sense of identity and hope?
[3 marks]2.
Discuss how the themes of immigration and survival are intertwined in the story’s context.
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- 12/31/2025
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