Worksheet on Pigeon English
English
GCSE
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~12 mins
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A worksheet covering Pigeon English with a focus on urban violence, contextualised within a science fiction framework for GCSE students.
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Worksheet on Pigeon English
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Grade GCSE
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Scene Summary and Context
In this modern, speculative version of 'Pigeon English', the story is set in a futuristic urban environment plagued by violence and social unrest. The protagonist, a young boy named Alex, navigates through a city where drones patrol the streets and gangs wield cyber-enhanced weapons. Amidst this backdrop, the narrative explores themes of innocence, fear, and survival. The scene describes Alex witnessing a confrontation between a group of youths and a robotic law enforcement unit, highlighting the tension between technology and human morality. The author employs vivid imagery, such as 'glowing screens casting shadows on cracked pavements' and 'the distant hum of drones like a storm approaching', to create an immersive sci-fi atmosphere. A short phrase like 'the city breathes with danger' encapsulates the relentless threat faced by the characters daily. This setting magnifies the social issues of urban violence while embedding them within a speculative future, providing a rich context for analysis and creative writing.
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Analysis Tasks
Answer the questions based on the scene summary and your understanding of literary techniques.
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Identify a phrase from the content that emphasises the atmosphere of tension in the scene.
[1 mark]2.
Explain how imagery such as 'glowing screens casting shadows on cracked pavements' contributes to the sci-fi setting.
[4 marks]3.
What is the effect of describing drones as 'like a storm approaching'?
[2 marks]4.
Identify one literary technique used to depict the environment and explain its impact.
[3 marks]C
Creative Writing Prompt
Prompt: Write a short sci-fi story (around 300 words) where a young protagonist encounters a critical moment of urban violence in a futuristic city. Incorporate at least two literary techniques discussed above.
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Creative Writing Task: Write your story here.
[10 marks]2.
Checklist: Ensure your story includes the following elements:
- A depiction of urban violence in a sci-fi environment
- Use of at least two literary techniques (e.g., imagery, metaphor)
- A clear resolution or moment of tension
- Descriptive language to create atmosphere
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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