Understanding the poem 'A century later'
I can explain how Dharker presents youth and education.
Understanding the poem 'A century later'
I can explain how Dharker presents youth and education.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- ‘A century later’ explores the fight that many women have faced across the world in the fight for education and equality
- Dharker references Wilfred Owen's 'Anthem for Doomed Youth' which lamented the loss of the youth during the war
- Dharker references activist Malala Yousafzai, who was shot in the head by the Taliban in Pakistan
Common misconception
The right to education is the same all around the world.
There are many places in the world where girls specifically have to fight for the right to education.
Keywords
Resistance - the refusal to accept or comply with something
Optimistic - hopeful and confident about the future
Disparity - a difference in level or treatment, especially one that is seen as unfair
Murmur - a softly spoken or almost inaudible utterance
Swarm - a large group of people all moving together
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
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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