Winsome Pinnock’s ‘Leave Taking’: the character of Enid
I can explore how Pinnock presents Enid’s past and Enid’s present.
Winsome Pinnock’s ‘Leave Taking’: the character of Enid
I can explore how Pinnock presents Enid’s past and Enid’s present.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Enid faced hardship growing up in Jamaica.
- Enid experienced a strong sense of community growing up in Jamaica.
- Enid’s life in England is still characterised by hardship.
- Arguably, Enid is more isolated in Britain than in Jamaica.
Common misconception
Enid's life in Jamaica was terrible. It wasn't hard for her to leave.
Enid faced limited opportunities in Jamaica, but leaving also meant she forever altered her relationships with her family and community.
Keywords
Hardship - A synonym for difficulty or suffering.
Destitute - A synonym for extreme poverty
Isolated - Being alone, without friends, help or support.
Equipment
You need access to a copy of Winsome Pinnock's 'Leave Taking' published by Nick Hern Books.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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