Literature Analysis: Themes of Racial Justice in To Kill a Mockingbird
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Grade 7
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A worksheet exploring the theme of racial justice in Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird' through grammar analysis and critical thinking tasks, tailored for Grade 7 students.
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Literature Analysis: Themes of Racial Justice in To Kill a Mockingbird
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Scene Summary and Context
In Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird,' the story is set in the Deep South during the 1930s, a time marked by racial segregation and injustice. The novel follows Scout Finch, her brother Jem, and their father Atticus Finch, a lawyer defending Tom Robinson, a Black man falsely accused of assaulting a white woman. The courtroom scenes and community reactions highlight the deep-rooted prejudice of the society. Harper Lee uses vivid descriptions and dialogue to expose racial inequalities and challenge societal norms. For example, the phrase 'Maycomb was a tired, old town' subtly hints at the slow-changing attitudes of its residents. The theme of racial justice is intertwined with characters' development and moral dilemmas, prompting readers to reflect on fairness and human dignity.
1.
Identify the phrase in the summary that hints at the town's resistance to change.
[2 marks]B
Grammar Analysis: Literary Techniques
Harper Lee describes the town as 'a tired, old town' and notes 'deep-rooted prejudice.' The dialogue includes phrases like 'slow-changing attitudes.' These descriptions and phrases utilize literary techniques to depict societal attitudes.
1.
Identify the literary technique used in the phrase 'a tired, old town' and explain its effect.
[3 marks]2.
What technique is used in 'deep-rooted prejudice,' and how does it enhance the theme?
[3 marks]C
Creative Writing Prompt
Write a short paragraph (about 15 lines) imagining a scene where a community begins to question its prejudiced views. Use descriptive language and dialogue to show character perspectives and internal conflict.
1.
Create a scene where a community member starts to challenge existing prejudices. Include at least two characters with differing viewpoints.
D
Vocabulary and Language Use
Choose the most appropriate word to complete each sentence from the options provided.
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Select the best word to complete sentence 1.
Aa) impartial
Bb) prejudiced
Cc) indifferent
Dd) neutral
2.
Select the best word to complete sentence 2.
Aa) hostility
Bb) calmness
Cc) aggression
Dd) chaos
E
Analyze Dialogue for Technique
Read the following dialogue excerpt and identify the literary technique employed.
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What literary technique is used in Atticus's statement? Explain its purpose.
[3 marks]F
Theme Reflection
Write a brief reflection (about 10 lines) on how Harper Lee uses characters' perspectives to explore racial justice.
1.
Reflect on how characters' viewpoints reveal the theme of racial justice in the novel.
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