Crosby, Liverpool, England
Anthony Gormley´s Iron Men
lunes, 29 de septiembre de 2014
Speeches from History...
Annotate
your chosen text with what you find. e.g. first
person, second person, third person, alliteration, repetition, facts,
statistics, anecdote, rhetorical questions, rule of three, objective language,
analytical language, subjective language, emotive language, descriptive
language, showing who/what/why/when/where.
1) Winston Churchill – extract from speech, June 4, 1940
I have, myself, full confidence that if all do their duty, if nothing is neglected, and if the best arrangements are made, as they are being made, we shall prove ourselves once again able to defend our Island home, to ride out the storm of war, and to outlive the menace of tyranny, if necessary for years, if necessary alone. At any rate, that is what we are going to try to do. That is the resolve of His Majesty's Government-every man of them. That is the will of Parliament and the nation. The British Empire and the French Republic, linked together in their cause and in their need, will defend to the death their native soil, aiding each other like good comrades to the utmost of their strength. Even though large tracts of Europe and many old and famous States have fallen or may fall into the grip of the Gestapo and all the odious apparatus of Nazi rule, we shall not flag or fail. We shall go on to the end, we shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas and oceans, we shall fight with growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our Island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender, and even if, which I do not for a moment believe, this Island or a large part of it were subjugated and starving, then our Empire beyond the seas, armed and guarded by the British Fleet, would carry on the struggle, until, in God's good time, the New World, with all its power and might, steps forth to the rescue and the liberation of the old.
2) Queen Elizabeth 1, 1588
My loving people, we have been persuaded by some that are careful of our safety to take heed how we commit ourself to armed multitudes for fear of treachery; but I assure you, I do not desire to live to distrust my faithful and loving people.
Let tyrants fear. I have always so behaved myself that, under God, I have placed my chiefest strength and safe guard in the loyal hearts and good will of my subjects, and therefore I am come amongst you, as you see, at this time, not for my recreation and disport, but being resolved, in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die amongst you all, to lay down my life for my God and for my kingdom and for my people, my honour, and my blood, even in the dust.
I know I have the body of a weak and feeble woman, but I have the heart and stomach of a king, and a king of England too, and think foul scorn that Parma or Spain, or any prince of Europe should dare to invade the borders of my realm; the which, rather than any dishonour shall grow by me, I myself will take up arms, I myself will be your general, judge, and rewarder of every one of your virtues in the field. I know, already for your forwardness, you have deserved rewards and crowns; and we do assure you, in the word of a prince, they shall be duly paid you.
In the meantime my lieutenant-general shall be in my stead, than whom never prince commanded a more noble or worthy subject, not doubting but by your obedience to my general, by your concord in the camp, and your valour in the field, we shall shortly have a famous victory over those enemies of my God, of my kingdom, and of my people."
1) Winston Churchill – extract from speech, June 4, 1940
I have, myself, full confidence that if all do their duty, if nothing is neglected, and if the best arrangements are made, as they are being made, we shall prove ourselves once again able to defend our Island home, to ride out the storm of war, and to outlive the menace of tyranny, if necessary for years, if necessary alone. At any rate, that is what we are going to try to do. That is the resolve of His Majesty's Government-every man of them. That is the will of Parliament and the nation. The British Empire and the French Republic, linked together in their cause and in their need, will defend to the death their native soil, aiding each other like good comrades to the utmost of their strength. Even though large tracts of Europe and many old and famous States have fallen or may fall into the grip of the Gestapo and all the odious apparatus of Nazi rule, we shall not flag or fail. We shall go on to the end, we shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas and oceans, we shall fight with growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our Island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender, and even if, which I do not for a moment believe, this Island or a large part of it were subjugated and starving, then our Empire beyond the seas, armed and guarded by the British Fleet, would carry on the struggle, until, in God's good time, the New World, with all its power and might, steps forth to the rescue and the liberation of the old.
2) Queen Elizabeth 1, 1588
My loving people, we have been persuaded by some that are careful of our safety to take heed how we commit ourself to armed multitudes for fear of treachery; but I assure you, I do not desire to live to distrust my faithful and loving people.
Let tyrants fear. I have always so behaved myself that, under God, I have placed my chiefest strength and safe guard in the loyal hearts and good will of my subjects, and therefore I am come amongst you, as you see, at this time, not for my recreation and disport, but being resolved, in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die amongst you all, to lay down my life for my God and for my kingdom and for my people, my honour, and my blood, even in the dust.
I know I have the body of a weak and feeble woman, but I have the heart and stomach of a king, and a king of England too, and think foul scorn that Parma or Spain, or any prince of Europe should dare to invade the borders of my realm; the which, rather than any dishonour shall grow by me, I myself will take up arms, I myself will be your general, judge, and rewarder of every one of your virtues in the field. I know, already for your forwardness, you have deserved rewards and crowns; and we do assure you, in the word of a prince, they shall be duly paid you.
In the meantime my lieutenant-general shall be in my stead, than whom never prince commanded a more noble or worthy subject, not doubting but by your obedience to my general, by your concord in the camp, and your valour in the field, we shall shortly have a famous victory over those enemies of my God, of my kingdom, and of my people."
3) George W Bush – January,
2002 – extract from the State of the Union Address
States like these, and their terrorist allies,
constitute an axis of evil, arming to threaten the peace of the world. By
seeking weapons of mass destruction, these regimes pose a grave and growing
danger. They could provide these arms to terrorists, giving them the
means to match their hatred. They could attack our allies or attempt to
blackmail the United States. In any of these cases, the price of indifference
would be catastrophic.
We will work closely with our coalition to deny
terrorists and their state sponsors the materials, technology, and expertise to
make and deliver weapons of mass destruction. We will develop and deploy
effective missile defenses to protect America and our allies from sudden
attack. And all nations should know: America will do what is
necessary to ensure our nation's security.
We'll be deliberate, yet time is not on our side.
I will not wait on events, while dangers gather. I will not stand
by, as peril draws closer and closer. The United States of America will
not permit the world's most dangerous regimes to threaten us with the world's
most destructive weapons.
Our war on terror is well begun, but it is only begun.
This campaign may not be finished on our watch -- yet it must be and it
will be waged on our watch.
We can't stop short. If we stop now -- leaving
terror camps intact and terror states unchecked -- our sense of security would
be false and temporary. History has called America and our allies to
action, and it is both our responsibility and our privilege to fight freedom's
fight.
4) Barack Obama - extract from Primary Speech, June 2008
The other side will come here in September and offer a very different set of policies and positions, and that is a debate I look forward to. It is a debate the American people deserve. But what you don't deserve is another election that's governed by fear, and innuendo, and division. What you won't hear from this campaign or this party is the kind of politics that uses religion as a wedge, and patriotism as a bludgeon – that sees our opponents not as competitors to challenge, but enemies to demonize. Because we may call ourselves Democrats and Republicans, but we are Americans first. We are always Americans first.
Despite what the good Senator from Arizona said tonight, I have seen people of differing views and opinions find common cause many times during my two decades in public life, and I have brought many together myself. I've walked arm-in-arm with community leaders on the South Side of Chicago and watched tensions fade as black, white, and Latino fought together for good jobs and good schools. I've sat across the table from law enforcement and civil rights advocates to reform a criminal justice system that sent thirteen innocent people to death row. And I've worked with friends in the other party to provide more children with health insurance and more working families with a tax break; to curb the spread of nuclear weapons and ensure that the American people know where their tax dollars are being spent; and to reduce the influence of lobbyists who have all too often set the agenda in Washington.
In our country, I have found that this cooperation happens not because we agree on everything, but because behind all the labels and false divisions and categories that define us; beyond all the petty bickering and point-scoring in Washington, Americans are a decent, generous, compassionate people, united by common challenges and common hopes. And every so often, there are moments which call on that fundamental goodness to make this country great again.
So it was for that band of patriots who declared in a Philadelphia hall the formation of a more perfect union; and for all those who gave on the fields of Gettysburg and Antietam their last full measure of devotion to save that same union.
So it was for the Greatest Generation that conquered fear itself, and liberated a continent from tyranny, and made this country home to untold opportunity and prosperity.
So it was for the workers who stood out on the picket lines; the women who shattered glass ceilings; the children who braved a Selma bridge for freedom's cause.
So it has been for every generation that faced down the greatest challenges and the most improbable odds to leave their children a world that's better, and kinder, and more just.
And so it must be for us.
America, this is our moment. This is our time. Our time to turn the page on the policies of the past. Our time to bring new energy and new ideas to the challenges we face. Our time to offer a new direction for the country we love.
The journey will be difficult. The road will be long. I face this challenge with profound humility, and knowledge of my own limitations. But I also face it with limitless faith in the capacity of the American people. Because if we are willing to work for it, and fight for it, and believe in it, then I am absolutely certain that generations from now, we will be able to look back and tell our children that this was the moment when we began to provide care for the sick and good jobs to the jobless; this was the moment when the rise of the oceans began to slow and our planet began to heal; this was the moment when we ended a war and secured our nation and restored our image as the last, best hope on Earth. This was the moment – this was the time – when we came together to remake this great nation so that it may always reflect our very best selves, and our highest ideals. Thank you, God Bless you, and may God Bless the United States of America.
4) Barack Obama - extract from Primary Speech, June 2008
The other side will come here in September and offer a very different set of policies and positions, and that is a debate I look forward to. It is a debate the American people deserve. But what you don't deserve is another election that's governed by fear, and innuendo, and division. What you won't hear from this campaign or this party is the kind of politics that uses religion as a wedge, and patriotism as a bludgeon – that sees our opponents not as competitors to challenge, but enemies to demonize. Because we may call ourselves Democrats and Republicans, but we are Americans first. We are always Americans first.
Despite what the good Senator from Arizona said tonight, I have seen people of differing views and opinions find common cause many times during my two decades in public life, and I have brought many together myself. I've walked arm-in-arm with community leaders on the South Side of Chicago and watched tensions fade as black, white, and Latino fought together for good jobs and good schools. I've sat across the table from law enforcement and civil rights advocates to reform a criminal justice system that sent thirteen innocent people to death row. And I've worked with friends in the other party to provide more children with health insurance and more working families with a tax break; to curb the spread of nuclear weapons and ensure that the American people know where their tax dollars are being spent; and to reduce the influence of lobbyists who have all too often set the agenda in Washington.
In our country, I have found that this cooperation happens not because we agree on everything, but because behind all the labels and false divisions and categories that define us; beyond all the petty bickering and point-scoring in Washington, Americans are a decent, generous, compassionate people, united by common challenges and common hopes. And every so often, there are moments which call on that fundamental goodness to make this country great again.
So it was for that band of patriots who declared in a Philadelphia hall the formation of a more perfect union; and for all those who gave on the fields of Gettysburg and Antietam their last full measure of devotion to save that same union.
So it was for the Greatest Generation that conquered fear itself, and liberated a continent from tyranny, and made this country home to untold opportunity and prosperity.
So it was for the workers who stood out on the picket lines; the women who shattered glass ceilings; the children who braved a Selma bridge for freedom's cause.
So it has been for every generation that faced down the greatest challenges and the most improbable odds to leave their children a world that's better, and kinder, and more just.
And so it must be for us.
America, this is our moment. This is our time. Our time to turn the page on the policies of the past. Our time to bring new energy and new ideas to the challenges we face. Our time to offer a new direction for the country we love.
The journey will be difficult. The road will be long. I face this challenge with profound humility, and knowledge of my own limitations. But I also face it with limitless faith in the capacity of the American people. Because if we are willing to work for it, and fight for it, and believe in it, then I am absolutely certain that generations from now, we will be able to look back and tell our children that this was the moment when we began to provide care for the sick and good jobs to the jobless; this was the moment when the rise of the oceans began to slow and our planet began to heal; this was the moment when we ended a war and secured our nation and restored our image as the last, best hope on Earth. This was the moment – this was the time – when we came together to remake this great nation so that it may always reflect our very best selves, and our highest ideals. Thank you, God Bless you, and may God Bless the United States of America.
viernes, 26 de septiembre de 2014
Language Death: A Problem for All
In preparation for speaking exam, you could watch this video. You can refer to this in your final speech (remember the importance of proving/ supporting your ideas).
POWERFUL SPEECHES
Emma Watson UN speech
Barack Obama Victory speech
Watch these two speeches. Think about how the speakers generate a feeling of passion and audience involvement. Note down any persuasive devices that you recognise (take note of the time on the video).
Think also about the paralinguistic and prosodic features:
Barack Obama Victory speech
Watch these two speeches. Think about how the speakers generate a feeling of passion and audience involvement. Note down any persuasive devices that you recognise (take note of the time on the video).
Think also about the paralinguistic and prosodic features:
- Facial expression
- Eye contact
- Hand gestures
- Tone of voice
- Pauses for effect
- Volume of voice
martes, 23 de septiembre de 2014
Multilingualism answers
In order to develop your answers fully, please use the following phrases to start your point and expand on your explanation...
Point
Evidence
Explanation
Point - She states
that/the author says/there is evidence that
Evidence - select a specific quote from the text USE QUOTATION MARKS
Explanation - This
suggests/this perhaps shows/this makes us think that
This makes
the reader feel/this makes us think that
Therefore
we understand/So, this proves the idea that/With that in mind, we
YEAR 11 – MULTILINGUALISM DISCUSSIONS
Complete
the table below: Use the answer structures to develop your answers where
possible…
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ENGLISH
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In which social
domains of the author´s life was each language used?
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Who did Minfong Ho
learn each language from?
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How did she learn
this language?
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To which part of the
body does the writer relate each language?
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What problems did
she have with each language?
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What expressions
might she use to describe her relationship with each language?
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What does the writer
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viernes, 19 de septiembre de 2014
MONDAY MONDAY...
REMINDERS:
- VOCABULARY TEST (12 words / phrases on Quizlet) will on Monday (22nd September)
- Before the lesson, email sellicksfp@gmail.com with your answers to the 7 language questions from ´Me Talk Pretty One Day´. NB/ Do not complete the Discussion Questions.
martes, 16 de septiembre de 2014
Testing Vocabulary: the process
Mr Sellick´s expectations for Vocabulary tests in 2014/2015
•StudyBlue // HeadMagnet // Quizlet
•Link on our blog
therefore we have school +
home access
•After consolidating knowledge, there will
be a
test
•Date will usually be given
For example...
•12 marks available
•11/12
marks =
positive comment on
Campus
•Less than 6 = negative comment on
Campus
Me Talk Pretty One Day - Pre reading activity
Before we read the text by David Sedaris, please work in groups to find out how many of these words/phrases you are already familiar with...
You need to open a Word document, copy and paste the words (below) and note down your own definition. Leave words blank if you are unsure...
•Far-flung
•Recounted
•Questions
were
raised
•Rattle
off
•In
the
dark
•Startling
•Hailed
from
•Detest
•Clear
notions
of…
•Forged
on
•Masterminding
•Leafing
through
•Devoted
to
•Assign
•Belittle
•Weed
out
•To
shake
up
•Deadweight
•Flawless
•Singled
out
•Out
of the
question
•Huddled
•Scolded
jueves, 11 de septiembre de 2014
Dominance of English Language
2) Watch the following TED talks and think about your own opinion. You can put English subtitles on to help your comprehension.
TED Talk - English Mania
TED Talk - Importance of multiple languages
Answer the following questions in your notebooks (Justify and develop your answers):
a) What is your opinion of the English Mania TED talk? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this attitude?
b) Do you agree of disagree with the speaker in the talk, "The Importance of multiple langauges"? Explain and justify your opinions.
Useful expressions:
TED Talk - English Mania
TED Talk - Importance of multiple languages
Answer the following questions in your notebooks (Justify and develop your answers):
a) What is your opinion of the English Mania TED talk? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this attitude?
b) Do you agree of disagree with the speaker in the talk, "The Importance of multiple langauges"? Explain and justify your opinions.
Useful expressions:
As far as i´m concerned ..
According to this video, it seems that ...
Many people may claim that …, but others argue that …
Some people refuse to accept that …
We’re always told that …
We should ask whether …
We can’t always blame … on/for …
While there are ….
It’s true to say that
In some ways, … / In many ways, …
This doesn’t necessarily mean that…
It’s not necessarily true to say
Even if there are some occasions when …
Personally
In my eyes
I´m not expert but ...
miércoles, 10 de septiembre de 2014
Language Learning and Linguistic Dominance
1) Think about the following questions and try to write about 50 words in answer to each question. Answer the questions in your notebooks and use the useful expressions above to help you to structure and develop your answers.
- What does the term "global language" mean?
- Do we need a global language? Why or why not?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a global language?
- Is it important to learn English and other foreign languages? Why?
- Do you see the world differently when you start to learn foreign languages?
- What is the best way to learn foreign langauges?
domingo, 7 de septiembre de 2014
Tell me about yourself...
Good Morning everyone,
Unfortunately, we will have to wait until Wednesday to meet each other.
Over the next couple of days, I would like to learn as much about each of you as possible. Your first task is for you to ´Tell me about yourself...´
I am really interested to find out about your favourite:
- -entertainment - books, films, songs, actors/actresses, programmes, singers, groups
- - foods, drinks, restaurants, things which you can cook!
- - sports - sportsmen and women, which sports do you play outside of school, which teams do you like
Your family - include some details about your family, try to include anecdotes if possible
Pets
Interests outside of school
Interesting facts (e.g. about Seville)
Ambitions for the future
What you believe makes a successful Year 11 student.
The following expressions may help you to develop your response:
- I'm really into...
- I love...
- I used to love... but nowadays...
- Usually I...
- I am used to ... (i.e. I have become accustomed to...)
- I would like to
- Although many people ..., I ...
- I have always...
- To be honest...
- This is ..., who is...
If you don't know the word for something, use www.wordreference.com.
Please complete your work in a Microsoft Word document and send to me BEFORE THE END OF THE LESSON, PLEASE EMAIL YOUR RESPONSES TO: sellicksfp@gmail.com
I look forward to reading your responses on Monday evening and I am excited to meet you all on Wednesday.
Mr Sellick
martes, 2 de septiembre de 2014
Welcome to the class!
Hello everyone and welcome to our class blog for 2014/2015.
Everything that we need this year will be accessible via this page.
I am looking forward to a great year - let´s go!
Mr Sellick
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