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Author: J.K. Rowling
Genre: Fantasy, AdventureThe story follows eleven-year-old Harry Potter, who has spent his childhood in misery with his cruel relatives, the Dursleys. On his birthday, he discovers that he is a wizard and has been accepted into Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. At Hogwarts, Harry makes close friends—Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger—while learning about magic and uncovering the truth about his past.
Harry learns that his parents were killed by the dark wizard Lord Voldemort, who mysteriously disappeared after attempting to kill him as a baby. Throughout his first year at Hogwarts, Harry and his friends unravel the mystery of the Sorcerer’s Stone, a powerful magical object that grants immortality. Their adventures lead them to confront Voldemort’s lingering evil, testing their courage and intelligence.
J.K. Rowling’s storytelling is vivid and engaging, making the magical world feel real. Her descriptive language brings Hogwarts to life, while her blend of mystery, humor, and adventure keeps readers captivated. The book’s simple yet powerful writing makes it accessible to readers of all ages.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone is an exciting and meaningful novel that transports readers into a world of magic and adventure. It teaches valuable lessons about courage, friendship, and believing in oneself. A must-read for anyone who loves fantasy, this book remains a timeless classic that continues to inspire young readers.
Title: Jawan
Director: Atlee
Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone (special appearance), Sanya MalhotraShah Rukh Khan shines in a dynamic and intense role, seamlessly switching between the older, rugged Vikram and the younger, determined Azad. His action sequences are electrifying, and his emotional moments add depth to the film. Nayanthara plays a strong and determined cop, while Vijay Sethupathi delivers a chilling performance as the villain. Deepika Padukone’s special appearance adds emotional weight to the story.
Atlee, known for his Tamil blockbusters, blends mass entertainment with a strong social message. His direction ensures that Jawan is more than just an action film—it’s a commentary on corruption, justice, and the power of the people.
The film boasts stylish cinematography, high-octane action sequences, and impressive VFX. The background score and songs by Anirudh Ravichander elevate the movie’s intensity, with tracks like “Zinda Banda” and “Chaleya” standing out.
Jawan is an entertaining yet thought-provoking film that combines action, emotion, and a strong message. With stellar performances, gripping storytelling, and powerful dialogues, it’s a must-watch for students and cinema lovers alike.
2.2 Indian Wear (Appreciation)
About the poem/poet and the title: ‘Indian Weavers’ is by the renowned poet, Sarojini Naidu. The poem was taken from the poet’s first volume, ' The Golden Threshold’, published in 1905. It consists of three stanzas, or quatrains, with two rhyming couplets each. This poem is a metaphor for the three stages of human life - birth, youth and death. The poet depicts Indian weavers, who weave tirelessly at different times, while simultaneously describing the three stages of human life, from birth to death, just as the weavers weave from dawn tonight. The poet chooses three different time settings - the weavers weave the new-born baby’s garments in the early morning, the queen’s marriage-veils in the evening and the dead man’s shroud at midnight.
The theme: The poem's central theme is the parallelism that the poet beautifully draws between the three parts of the weaver’s workday and the three stages of human life. The poem has been written in iambic tetrameter and its three stanzas follow the rhyme scheme of ‘aabb’, ‘ccdd’ and ‘eeff’ respectively.
Poetic style: The style used in the poem is simple and lucid, with each stanza beginning with a question to evoke the reader’s interest.
The language/poetic devices used in the poem: The poetic devices Alliteration, Consonance, Inversion, Metaphor, Repetition and simile have been employed to enhance the text’s poetic appeal. The use of Simile in ‘blue as the wing of a halcyon wild’, Metaphor in ‘break of day’ to compare it to ‘childhood’, Alliteration in repetitive consonant sounds of ‘we’ throughout the stanzas or ‘p’ in ‘purple peacock’, and repetition of the words ‘weavers’, weaving’ and ‘weave’ across the poem are the examples of these poetic devices.
Special features: The poet has used vivid imagery in correlating the parts of the day to the stages of life. Almost every line of the poem contains imagery, which paints a picture in the readers’ minds about the ‘weavers weaving’, ‘blue-colored robe on a new-born baby’, ‘a queen wearing purple and green coloured marriage-veil’ and a ‘dead body covered with a white shroud’. The major use of symbolism in the poem is that the ‘threads’ of a person’s life are woven by ‘destiny’ or ‘Fates’, which is represented by the ‘weavers’ in this poem. It is the Fates who decide the time of birth, the length of youth and the time of death of a person. Thus, the contextual meaning of the poem may be the weavers weaving garments and a shroud for various occasions, but symbolically the poem represents the cycle of life and death with the threads of each stage being woven by the Fates.
Message, values, morals in the poem: The message being conveyed by the poem is that of the perpetual motion of life, where each stage, characterized by its unique emotions, lasts for a while before the next one comes along to take its place. I find this poem a good read as it is a short poem that is packed with imagery.
Your opinion about the poem: I like the poem for the colour scheme that the poet has chosen for the garments woven by the weaver according to the life-stage of the intended wearer.
2.1 Song of the Open Road
The poem Song of the Open Road is written by Walt Whittman. He is an American poet and father of free verse. He is a popular poet for his work “Leaves of Grass”. Walt Whitman's Song of the Open Road is a powerful celebration of freedom, adventure, and the joy of traveling on the open road. The poem encourages readers to explore the world around them. It speaks to the human desire to wander and experience the beauty of nature, and to seek out new experiences and challenges.
Throughout the poem, Whitman uses vivid imagery and suggestive
language to convey the excitement and energy of travel. He encourages readers
to leave behind the limitations of society and embrace the open road, where
anything is possible. The poem celebrates the simple pleasures of life, such as
the feeling of the wind on one's face and the beauty of a starry sky.
At its core, "Song of the Open Road" is a
celebration of the human spirit and the limitless possibilities of the world
around us. It reminds us that life is a journey and that the road ahead is
full of adventure and opportunity. It encourages us to embrace the unknown, to
take risks, and to never stop exploring the world around us.
There are many poetic devices used in this poem. The
poem is written in free verse style. The poem is a dramatic monologue. The poet
has used various figures of speech such as Metaphor, Tautology, Paradox, Alliteration, etc.
I really like this poem "Song of the Open
Road" as it is a beautiful, inspiring poem that celebrates the joy of
travel and the human spirit. It reminds us to appreciate the beauty of the
world around us, and to embrace the freedom and adventure that comes with
exploring it."
How to Improve English?
Speaking English fluently and confidently is
an important goal for many people. Often, we hesitate because we are afraid of
making mistakes or disappointing ourselves in front of others. Occasionally
mistakes are unavoidable. But like any other skill, you can improve your spoken
English if you practice regularly and follow these simple techniques.
1. Listen
Listening is the first step in improving your
speaking skills.
Listening to English has many benefits – it
allows you to pick up new words, phrases, and ways to respond in conversations.
Secondly, listening provides opportunities to understand pronunciation, how
some words are omitted when speaking, how some are joined together, the rhythm,
the intonation, and the sounds of language.
What should you listen to? There are
many resources available to you to listen to for free. Start with short
English clips or videos: pick your favorite English TV show or
YouTube channel. Listen to a clip and notice carefully what the characters are
saying. Repeat any dialogues or phrases that interest you. Replay the same clip
until you understand every word. You could also turn on the subtitles or look
at the video transcript if available and practise saying the dialogues
with the characters.
English podcasts are
another popular way to listen to English and improve your listening and
speaking skills. Podcasts are short audio clips that are available online on
various topics.
The third most interesting way to improve your
listening and speaking is by listening to audiobooks.
Audiobooks have become very popular over the past couple of years. They are
great for people who have no time to invest in reading books. They are also
a wonderful way to perfect your pronunciation.
Finally, nothing can beat actual English
conversations with people. Listen to your colleagues speaking in
English, listen to your boss giving presentations and conduct meetings in
English, and listen to your teacher speaking in English – all of these real-life
conversations will help you become a better listener and a better speaker of
the language. Remember that listening as much as possible will help your
speaking significantly.
2. Imitate
Now that you have listened to lots of English
conversations, it’s time for some imitation. Yes, that’s right! Imitating or
copying someone is a wonderful to improve your speaking skills. Not convinced?
Watch babies and children – how do they learn a language? They copy everything
an adult says.
Another benefit of imitation is that it will
help you become more accurate in English without having to learn grammar rules.
With lots of practice, you will begin to remember chunks of words and phrases.
This helps in remembering word patterns in a sentence and how certain words go
with others.
To effectively improve your speaking skills,
you need to follow these steps:
· Listen: Pick your favorite video or audio clip from any of the sources
provided in the earlier section of this article. Play the audio and listen to
it carefully. Play as many times as you like to understand how each word is
spoken.
· Repeat and record: After playing the audio, repeat saying the words and conversations
exactly as you heard. Pay special attention to the intonation, stress, and
rhythm of language. Record yourself while repeating the words. The recording will
provide you an opportunity to listen to yourself and self-correct. So, do not
skip this step.
· Compare: Listen to the audio again and compare it with your recording. Does
it match? Note down changes that you may need to make.
· Correct: Repeat the entire process again until you get better and more
accurate.
As this process involves listening to
the same audio clip several times, choose a topic that is interesting to you.
If you stick with the routine, you will see improvement in your pronunciation,
vocabulary, accuracy, and overall speaking abilities in no time!
3. Read
Reading is yet another important skill to have
when learning a language. Whether you prefer a novel or an article, reading for a
few minutes every day will help you acquire new vocabulary.
The most common reason why people hesitate to read is that it takes quite a lot of time to read a book from start to end.
However, when learning English, reading even for a few minutes is greatly
beneficial. Short articles or notes in English are
great for this. They only take a few minutes to read and are quite easy to
find.
You can start with materials you
find every day. Think of notes and memos at work, pamphlets, and
brochures at your local supermarket, or notices and safety instructions in the
elevators – wherever you are there is always something to read.
and topics. Each article has interactive exercises
to help you understand and use the language.
Remember that if your goal is improving speaking
skills, it is a good idea to read aloud. This will not only help you practice
unfamiliar words but also help you improve your pronunciation and fluency.
4. Prepare
A lot of us hesitate to speak or take part in
conversations in English because we are nervous about what to say. We are
anxious that what we say may not be appropriate or that we may make mistakes. We can
easily fix this problem by preparing ahead. Are you going to a restaurant with
your colleagues? Think of situations that require you to speak English. Order
food, perhaps? Ask for changes to a dish? Ask your colleagues’ preferences? Ask
for the bill? What vocabulary do you need in these situations? Write up a
simple list of phrases to use.
Here is an example:
Situation |
Useful phrases |
Arriving at the restaurant and
asking for a table (if booked) |
Hello. We’ve booked a table
for ___. (say the number of people for which you booked the table) The booking is in _________ ‘s
name. (say the name of the person you provided at the time of booking) |
Arriving at the restaurant and
asking for a table (if not booked) |
Hello. We need a table for
_______ (say the number of people). Can you fit us in? |
Asking for the menu |
Could we see the food menu,
please? Could we see the drinks menu,
please? |
Asking about food |
Is this dish suitable for
vegetarians? Does this dish contain nuts? I
am allergic to nuts. Could you help me understand
what this dish contains? |
Choosing what to order among
your colleagues |
I’d like to order a hamburger
with a side of fries. What about you? I prefer coffee to tea. What would you like to have? Do you prefer soup or salad? That sounds delicious. |
Placing your order |
We are ready to place our
order. Could we have bottled water
for everyone? I would like ___________ (say
what you would like to eat) Could I have ___________ (say
what you would like to eat)? |
Giving feedback |
That was delicious. Thank
you. That was lovely. Thank you. It was a great meal. Thank
you. The food was a bit cold. The dish was a bit spicy for
my taste. |
Paying your bill |
Could we have the bill, please? Can I pay by card? This is on me. (When you want
to insist on paying for everyone). |
Create similar cheat sheets for everyday situations. You will find
yourself becoming more confident and ready to speak in English.
5. Speak
Yes, speaking. There is no magic pill that would help you speak better.
You must put yourself in situations where you are forced to speak in English to
get better at it. Start small. Take advantage of this situation by speaking
to people around you. It could be at your workplace or even at a coffee
shop – doesn’t matter where, as long as you can speak.
If you don’t have that advantage, practice speaking in English with
your colleagues or classmates. It is easier if you choose someone
who speaks a different language than you do as it forces you to communicate in
English.
6. Practise
We cannot stress this enough. Regular and consistent practice is the key
to success when it comes to speaking English. The tips and suggestions that
we’ve described above only work if you use them regularly. So, here’s what we
recommend. Start small – spend just 10 minutes every day doing
1-2 of the above things. Maybe listen to a short video clip today and imitate it.
Reflect on what you learned. Tomorrow, pick up a short article. Read aloud and
summarise in your own words. Reflect on what you read and the new words.
Some days you will find more time. Dedicate more time when you
can but do the minimum every single day. You will see a big change in
your abilities in no time! As you improve, you’ll get more confident and more
ready for bigger challenges. This is the time to find speaking partners and
to put yourself in situations that require speaking in English. Don’t worry
about making mistakes. Most people don’t care if you make mistakes.
Finally, don’t forget to have fun. It’s easier to learn something new
and commit to learning when you’re having fun. Practice English by singing
along to popular songs. Practise tongue twisters with your friends.
Try all these tips today and start your language learning journey right
away!
Definition: a website where a person writes regularly about topics that interest them, usually with photographs and links to other websites they find interesting.
Structure of Blog:
Marking Scheme for ‘Blog Writing' (As per HSC Board)
Main Content (Mc) = 2 Mark
Header / Menu / Navigation Bar (HMN) = 1 Mark
Footer (F) = 1 Mark.
Sample Examples of Blog Writing:
Importance of Discipline
Discipline provides people with rules to live their lives efficiently and effectively. When you have discipline in your life you can make small sacrifices in the present for a better life in the future. Discipline creates habits, habits make routines, and routines become who you are daily. The value of discipline is the way to do what needs to be done. Not only does practice allow one to establish a positive action. It helps us train our minds and body and enables us to focus on our goals and to regulate our emotions. It helps preserve society’s peace and order.
As students, discipline is very important in their lives. Students often find mathematics to be difficult and fear the subject. Discipline helps them to build a positive attitude towards everything. This helps them to improve their performance slowly and steadily. Finally, discipline helps students to build a healthy mind which is very important to developing a healthy body.
In the life of an individual, practice gives harmony and order. It teaches an individual to take accountability and to display respect. Keeping well-defined laws is the cornerstone of civilization. If the structure were not developed, people would do whatever they wished and make errors without first and foremost thought. It facilitates positive human actions in order to enhance humanity and make it a more straightforward place for us to work. The capacity for a person to be self-restricted enables them to function faithfully, rigorously, and regulated. An absence of this capacity may lead to catastrophe.
Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.”
– George Washington
Sample Example No.2.
Say no to tobacco.
Humans are supposed to be the most evolved creatures on this planet. True ? No, absolutely false! If, after knowing the various harmful effects of tobacco, man still uses it, it does not speak well of his mental capabilities. Which other animal chews tobacco? Which other animal uses’ gutka’ or paan masala’, or smokes cigarettes, cigars, and ‘beedis’?
“It’s my life”, some may say. Yes, it is. But it affects the people around too. Tobacco use is one of the biggest public health hazards of recent times. Tobacco is one of the primary causes of cancer and heart attacks. People in the 1950s and 60s did not know about this, and hence they smoked. But not that we know it and know that it can lead to a horrible and painful death, can’t we, the species with the most highly developed brains, stop its use? Stop growing it altogether?
Can’t the government ban its farming?
The frightening bit is that many youngsters are getting addicted to tobacco. Once addicted, withdrawal is very difficult. So why not we all join hands and say no to tobacco? ‘No’ to using it, and ‘No’ to growing it too.
Poetic Appreciation of Poem
2.3 The Inchcape Rock
About the poet and poem:
This is a ballad, written by Robert
Southey. It is the story of the 14th-century attempt by the Abbot of
Aberbrothok to install a warning bell on the Inchcape, a notorious stone
reef about 18 km off the east coast of Angus occupied by the Bell Rock
Lighthouse. The poet was inspired by the legendary story of a pirate who
removed the bell on the Inchcape rock and invited death for himself because of
his own deed.
The Theme
The Abbot of Aberbrotok installed a
bell on the Inchcape rock to alert the mariners to avoid the collision, the
pirate plucked the bell in jealousy. In return journey , he invited death
due to the lack of an Inchcape bell.
Poetic Device
The figure of speech
used in the poem is a a b b. The
tone of the poem is energetic as it is a balled. There are 4 lines in each
stanza, figures of speech like personification, simile, metaphor, and beautiful
word pictures of the story. We find many old English words here.
Special features
We observe a
beautiful presentation of the natural beauty of the sea, it has thus a sea
background. Being a ballad, we find great energy while reading the poem.
The poem depicts a word of an image of marine beauty.
My opinion/message
The poem is
didactic, with a great moral message
‘as we sow, so shall
we reap’
This message is
useful to everyone, we are responsible for our destruction the qualities like
jealousy and hatred invite destruction for us.
At its core, the phrase means that anything that is truly beautiful reflects a deeper truth, and anything that is truly true is inherently beautiful. The idea is that beauty and truth are two sides of the same coin and that they are intimately linked.
To understand this idea, we can consider the beauty of nature. When we look at a beautiful landscape or a sunset, we are moved by its beauty, and we also feel that it is truthful in some way. The beauty of nature reflects the truth of its existence and the laws of the universe that govern it.
Similarly, in art, beauty is often associated with authenticity and emotional truthfulness. A beautiful work of art is one that captures something essential about the human experience and speaks to us on a deep emotional level. This emotional truthfulness is what makes the work beautiful.
The phrase “Beauty is truth, truth beauty” is not meant to be taken literally, but rather as a poetic expression of the idea that beauty and truth are interconnected. By recognizing and appreciating the beauty around us, we can come to a deeper understanding of the truth of our existence and the world around us.
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