SDENG3J
Assignment 2 2025
Unique number:
Due Date: 21 July 2025
OPTION A: INTENSIVE READING OF POETRY
ACTIVITY 1: PRE-TEACHING ACTIVITY
Grade: 11
Resources: Chalkboard, poem printed on handouts, speaker/audio clip of poem recitation,
short quote cards, African map poster.
Duration: 15 minutes
One lesson outcome (SMART):
Learners will be able to discuss and explain the themes of identity, oppression, and African
pride by linking personal and historical context to the poem "Africa My Africa" through guided
pre-reading discussion.
Activity description (Justify relevance and describe the activity):
The teacher begins by showing learners a map of Africa and asking them: “What images
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ideas come to mind when you think of Africa as a homeland?” Learners are invited to share
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
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By making use of this document you agree to:
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Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
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OPTION A: INTENSIVE READING OF POETRY
ACTIVITY 1: PRE-TEACHING ACTIVITY
Grade: 11
Resources: Chalkboard, poem printed on handouts, speaker/audio clip of poem
recitation, short quote cards, African map poster.
Duration: 15 minutes
One lesson outcome (SMART):
Learners will be able to discuss and explain the themes of identity, oppression, and
African pride by linking personal and historical context to the poem "Africa My Africa"
through guided pre-reading discussion.
Activity description (Justify relevance and describe the activity):
The teacher begins by showing learners a map of Africa and asking them: “What
images or ideas come to mind when you think of Africa as a homeland?” Learners
are invited to share keywords verbally. The teacher then writes these on the board in
a ―mind map‖ format (e.g., heritage, struggle, ancestors, colonisation, slavery,
culture, pride). This engages speaking and listening skills.
Next, learners are divided into pairs and given short quote cards with lines from the
poem, e.g.:
“Africa my Africa”
“Your beautiful black blood”
“That tree there… grows again”
Each pair reads their quote and discusses what it might mean and how it makes
them feel. This encourages reading and thinking critically about language use,
before full exposure to the text. Pairs share their interpretations aloud. The teacher
explains that these lines are taken from David Diop‘s “Africa My Africa”, written
during a time of African political awakening, and that the class will explore the
poem‘s message of resistance and identity.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is"
without any express or implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or
liability for any actions taken based on the information contained within this document. This document is
intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes. Reproduction, resale, or transmission
of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
Assignment 2 2025
Unique number:
Due Date: 21 July 2025
OPTION A: INTENSIVE READING OF POETRY
ACTIVITY 1: PRE-TEACHING ACTIVITY
Grade: 11
Resources: Chalkboard, poem printed on handouts, speaker/audio clip of poem recitation,
short quote cards, African map poster.
Duration: 15 minutes
One lesson outcome (SMART):
Learners will be able to discuss and explain the themes of identity, oppression, and African
pride by linking personal and historical context to the poem "Africa My Africa" through guided
pre-reading discussion.
Activity description (Justify relevance and describe the activity):
The teacher begins by showing learners a map of Africa and asking them: “What images
Terms ofor
use
By making use of this document you agree to:
ideas come to mind when you think of Africa as a homeland?” Learners are invited to share
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
, +27 67 171 1739
OPTION A: INTENSIVE READING OF POETRY
ACTIVITY 1: PRE-TEACHING ACTIVITY
Grade: 11
Resources: Chalkboard, poem printed on handouts, speaker/audio clip of poem
recitation, short quote cards, African map poster.
Duration: 15 minutes
One lesson outcome (SMART):
Learners will be able to discuss and explain the themes of identity, oppression, and
African pride by linking personal and historical context to the poem "Africa My Africa"
through guided pre-reading discussion.
Activity description (Justify relevance and describe the activity):
The teacher begins by showing learners a map of Africa and asking them: “What
images or ideas come to mind when you think of Africa as a homeland?” Learners
are invited to share keywords verbally. The teacher then writes these on the board in
a ―mind map‖ format (e.g., heritage, struggle, ancestors, colonisation, slavery,
culture, pride). This engages speaking and listening skills.
Next, learners are divided into pairs and given short quote cards with lines from the
poem, e.g.:
“Africa my Africa”
“Your beautiful black blood”
“That tree there… grows again”
Each pair reads their quote and discusses what it might mean and how it makes
them feel. This encourages reading and thinking critically about language use,
before full exposure to the text. Pairs share their interpretations aloud. The teacher
explains that these lines are taken from David Diop‘s “Africa My Africa”, written
during a time of African political awakening, and that the class will explore the
poem‘s message of resistance and identity.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is"
without any express or implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or
liability for any actions taken based on the information contained within this document. This document is
intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes. Reproduction, resale, or transmission
of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
