Original PromptCan you create a worksheet based on the topic - A danger of a single story for preparing for iGCSE language exam
This learning resource focuses on Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's influential TED talk, 'The Danger of a Single Story.' Students will explore how Adichie employs various rhetorical devices to shape perspective and persuade her audience. The resource guides students through analyzing elements such as anecdotes, contrasts, and repetition, and encourages them to engage with these techniques in a structured manner using a 'Worked → Faded → Independent' approach. Activities include a thorough examination of authorial intent, structure, tone, and the overarching message about the implications of limiting narratives. The resource culminates in a formal essay prompt, asking students to articulate how language and structure contribute to Adichie's viewpoint on storytelling, supporting critical thinking and analytical skills in line with iGCSE English standards.