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Grade 10 Notes: The Black Ball by Ralph Ellison

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  Author's Background Ralph Ellison (1914–1994) was an African-American writer, educator, and cultural commentator, best known for his acclaimed novel Invisible Man (1952), which earned the National Book Award. Born in Oklahoma City, Ellison was deeply influenced by his parents' belief in the transformative power of education and art. Ellison initially pursued music and studied at Tuskegee Institute but later turned to writing. His works often explore themes of racial identity, cultural heritage, and the struggles of African Americans in the United States. His writing is rich in symbolism, drawing from jazz, folklore, and modernist literature. Author's Writing Perspective Ellison's writing is characterized by a deep exploration of racial inequality, individual identity, and moral dilemmas. In The Black Ball , Ellison portrays the complexities of being Black in a segregated society through the lens of ordinary characters. His narratives are often infused with subtle cri...
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T2 YR 10 ENGLISH LANGUAGE CREATIVE WRITING WEEKLY DELIVERABLES

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       WK 1 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘It suddenly became clear that they were not as lazy as everyone said they were.’ WK 2 Write a story in which a locked door plays an important part. WK 3 Describe the scene before and during an important celebration in your community. (Remember you can describe the atmosphere, the surroundings and the people.) WK 4 “The Unexpected Gift from the Stars” WK 5 Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents are the best teachers. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.    WK 6 The quality of food prepared for students in your school has become very poor. Write a letter to the Principal complaining about this and explaining ways in which this situation can be remedied. WK 7   WK 8...
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Once Upon An Elephant

  The play "Once Upon An Elephant" looks at the problems/issues associated with leadership in Nigeria and the African society at large. Leadership is one of the major problems that has plagued Nigeria for years due to the dictatorship that comes with it. The play shows the tendency for people wanting to take power by all means and for democracy to be restored in a dictatorial nation, it will require the collective will and effort of sane and same minded people. The play dramatizes the evils of dictatorial power and the intrigues, secrecy and by extension the diabolic dimensions often associated with it. Most times all forms of dictatorship ends suddenly and abruptly, as it is depicted in the play. But this only happened because characters like Iya Agba, Desola, Odekunle and Delani, who were tired of being hurt, came together to resist the tyrant elephant Ajanaku on the throne. SETTING OF THE PLAY The play "Once Upon an Elephant" is set in an unnamed traditional Afri...
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T2 YR 11 LITERATURE-IN-ENGLISH SCHEME OF WORK

    Week Topic Learning Intentions/Outcomes 1 Introduction to Drama: Wole Soyinka's Death and the King’s Horseman - Understand the cultural and historical background of the play. - Discuss the purpose of rituals in the play. - Analyze the dramatic structure and the playwright's style. 2 Themes and Symbolism in Death and the King’s Horseman - Explore themes such as duty, cultural conflict, and the impact of colonialism. - Analyze the symbolic significance of Elesin Oba’s role and actions. - Discuss the clash between British and Yoruba traditions. 3 Characterization in Death and the King’s Horseman - Examine key characters such as Elesin Oba, Iyaloja, and Pilkings. - Analyze character motivations and development. - Explore the role of minor characters in advancing the plot and themes. 4 Introduct...
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T2 YR 10 LITERATURE-IN-ENGLISH SCHEME OF WORK

  Week Topic/Content Learning Objectives Learning Resources Lesson Outcomes 1-3 Drama : William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Understand the themes, plot, and characters in A Midsummer Night’s Dream . - Analyze Shakespeare’s use of language, structure, and dramatic techniques. - Explore the cultural and historical context of Elizabethan England. - Text: A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare (any complete edition). - Online resources: SparkNotes for summaries and analysis. - Images: Visual depictions of Elizabethan theatre and character illustrations from the play. - Students will summarize the plot and identify major themes. - Analyze key passages for literary devices. - Discuss the relevance of the play’s themes in contemporary contexts. 4-6 Prose : Ralph Ellison, The Black Ball - Exami...
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T2 YR 10 ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCHEME OF WORK

  Week Reading Focus Language Focus Exam-style Practice Main Assessment Objectives Learning Intentions (Skills to be Taught) Week 1 Reading Focus: Factual information and implied meanings/ideas and opinions expressed The Zero and first conditionals Listening practice: Reading multiple choice Identifying details and main ideas in conversations R1, R2, R3, R4 Listening comprehension, Vocabulary usage, Accuracy in responding By the end of this unit, you will be able: Use a range of vocabulary related to the topic of learning. Understand opinions and ideas about learning techniques, and answer multiple-choice questions. Discuss ideas about different approaches to learning clearly. Write a paragraph explaining own ideas about learning. Understand and use the zero and first conditionals. Week 2 ...
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