Who Runs the World? Girls.

After reading through The Book of Negroes by Lawrence Hill, I have realized that analyzing the novel from a reader’s response, archetypal, and feminist literary perspective, I believe that the feminist literary theory has given me the most insight into my text. One of the main topics throughout this novel, aside from slavery is the limited…

Planning my Portfolio

To begin my portfolio, I will construct a persuasive essay that argues that women are not treated as equals to men, which in turn fuels Aminata’s determination to take control of her life. I have chosen to write a persuasive essay because it allows me to strongly argue my opinion using a variety of methods of…

Women vs. Rights: The Book of Negroes

In The Book of Negroes by Lawrence Hill, the protagonist, Aminata is an African woman who is granted very few rights. Freedom was a word not familiar to her, but neither was surrender. The determination and perseverance instilled in Aminata is what set her apart from all other women in the novel. The Book of Negroes…

Symbols, Heros, and the Book of Negroes

  An interesting symbol in the heart of this novel is the map that Aminata is shown a map of the world. The continent of Africa is then pointed out to her and she suddenly feels frustrated. The desperation Aminata feels when she is shown the map is also symbolizes the losses that Aminata has…

The Book of Negroes

It’s the 18th century, you are a young African girl. You have limited rights and you are expected to begin work at a young age. One day when you are working with your mother, you are suddenly abducted and forced to work as a slave in South Carolina. You are now an orphan and are…

Guilty or Innocent?

After listening to the final episode of Serial, I believe that Adnan Syed is guilty. In the first episode of Serial, Adnan’s character is described as a likeable and friendly guy. At the time of the murder, it seemed that his character changed. He was taking actions that his peers said he normally wouldn’t have done before…

Remix or Rip-off?

How many times have you been listening to the radio, and you hear the famous beat that opens ‘Under Pressure’? You think, “Yes, Queen. It’s been forever since I’ve heard this song!” Then all of a sudden, a rap is added to the beat. Aaah, ‘Ice Ice Baby’…should have known. Although many people enjoy both…

Podcast or Written Text?

I found the Serial podcast very effective as a form of presenting investigative journalism. It is different from a written post in the sense that a podcast allows the listener to interpret the message through different aspects such as music, perspective, and different voices portrayed. These factors allow the reader to better visualize what is being said…

The Debate About 4U English

Hello everyone, my name is Lorynne Dowling! Throughout my 3 years of high school, I have always heard my peers say, “Why are we required to take 4 years of English? It’s pointless.” I will admit that I too have had this thought; however, I believe that completing the Grade 12 University level English as a…

First blog post

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