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In Units 5 and 6 of Tutorial Letter 501, various concepts are introduced and discussed with a
primary focus on developing critical thinking skills through the exploration of writing and
appropriate use of grammar. Bearing this in mind, study the cartoon below and answer all the
questions that follow.
1. Write a short paragraph in which you describe what is depicted on the cartoon.
The cartoon shows a group of people gathered under a tree, seemingly in a rural setting, for an
educational session. A teacher, a woman, is sitting at the front, holding a piece of knitting while the
class listens. Behind her, a chalkboard stands, but it displays a rudimentary drawing, with
poor-quality visuals (such as badly-drawn light bulbs). The "Right to Education" poster is visible on
the left, suggesting that education is a fundamental right, yet the scene portrays an ineffective
learning environment.
2. What message does the cartoon convey? Give a reason for your answer by referring to the
cartoon.
The cartoon conveys a critical message about the gap between the right to education and the actual
delivery of quality education. It highlights that while education is legally recognized as a right, in
practice, the quality of education provided may be lacking, as depicted by the inadequate teaching
resources and the teacher's non-engaged attitude (knitting rather than teaching). This suggests that
the system may fail to provide meaningful educational opportunities, especially in underserved areas.
In Units 5 and 6 of Tutorial Letter 501, various concepts are introduced and discussed with a
primary focus on developing critical thinking skills through the exploration of writing and
appropriate use of grammar. Bearing this in mind, study the cartoon below and answer all the
questions that follow.
1. Write a short paragraph in which you describe what is depicted on the cartoon.
The cartoon shows a group of people gathered under a tree, seemingly in a rural setting, for an
educational session. A teacher, a woman, is sitting at the front, holding a piece of knitting while the
class listens. Behind her, a chalkboard stands, but it displays a rudimentary drawing, with
poor-quality visuals (such as badly-drawn light bulbs). The "Right to Education" poster is visible on
the left, suggesting that education is a fundamental right, yet the scene portrays an ineffective
learning environment.
2. What message does the cartoon convey? Give a reason for your answer by referring to the
cartoon.
The cartoon conveys a critical message about the gap between the right to education and the actual
delivery of quality education. It highlights that while education is legally recognized as a right, in
practice, the quality of education provided may be lacking, as depicted by the inadequate teaching
resources and the teacher's non-engaged attitude (knitting rather than teaching). This suggests that
the system may fail to provide meaningful educational opportunities, especially in underserved areas.
