Monday, 3 November 2025

English 11: Chapter 5

The boys gather for a meeting after the failure of the signal fire (and success of the hunt). What important discussion do they have and how does this reflect a shift in the power dynamic of the island?

Pick one quote then write a response that considers the first five chapters of Lord of the Flies.

“Man is not truly one, but truly two.”
Robert Louis Stevenson, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

“Civilization begins with order, grows with liberty, and dies with chaos.”
Will Durant

“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”
Franklin D. Roosevelt

Friday, 31 October 2025

English 11

In your groups, find the quote. For the class, describe the context, meaning/importance and create a discussion idea based on the quote.

  1. “‘We’ve got to have rules and obey them. After all, we’re not savages.’” — Ralph (Chapter 2)

  1. “‘What I mean is… maybe it’s only us.’” — Simon (Chapter 5)

  1. “‘I got the conch!’ said Piggy indignantly. ‘You let me speak!’” — Piggy (Chapter 2)

  1. “He began to dance and his laughter became a bloodthirsty snarling.” — Narration about Jack (Chapter 4)

  1. “Ralph grasped the idea and hit the shell with air from his diaphragm.” — (Chapter 1)

  1. “‘You’re always talking. You can’t hunt, you can’t sing—’” — Jack to Piggy (Chapter 5)

  2. "Here, invisible yet strong, was the taboo of the old life. Round the squatting child was the protection of parents and school and policemen and the law." (Chapter 4)

  3. "The squirrel  leapt on the wings of the wind and clung to another standing tree, eating downwards... Beneath the capering boys a quarter of a mile of square forest wass savage with smoke and flame." (Chapter 2)

Thursday, 30 October 2025

Topic for today!

Imagine it’s 10 years from now. Write a letter to your future self. Describe your current hopes, goals, and challenges. What do you want to remind yourself about who you are today? What advice or encouragement would you give your future self?

This topic is more creative. Take a moment to think about where you are now, and where you hope to be in the future.

Monday, 27 October 2025

Topic for Monday!

 Many people use social media every day to connect with friends, share ideas, and learn new things. Some say it helps people stay in touch and understand each other better. Others argue that social media causes jealousy, loneliness, and fake relationships.

Write a paragraph explaining whether social media brings people closer together or pushes them apart. Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Thursday, 23 October 2025

ELL Topic for Thursday

Some people like working alone because they can focus better and make their own decisions. Other people prefer working in a team because they can share ideas and help each other. Both ways have advantages and disadvantages.

Write a paragraph or essay explaining whether you think it is better to work alone or in a team. Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Monday, 20 October 2025

Topic to Monday (ELL)

 Some people think that money is very important for happiness because it helps people buy what they need and want. Other people say that money is not the most important thing in life. They believe family, friends, health, or love are more important.

Write a paragraph or essay explaining if you think money is important for happiness or not. Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Friday, 17 October 2025

ELL3 Topic!

In today's world, people often feel pressure to be "perfect"—to have the perfect body, perfect grades, perfect career, or perfect life on social media. Some people think that trying to be perfect helps us improve, while other people think that it makes us feel stress and we can become afraid of failing all the time.

Explain if you think pushing for perfection is helpful or harmful. Give some examples from real life, school, work, sports, media, or personal experience.