Common Module
This theme explores how false accusations and hysteria can destroy a community.
What is mass hysteria?
He is a swagman who tells humorous stories and emphasizes the simple pleasures of life in Shooting the Moon.*
Who is the narrator (Jack Mitchell)?
The film portrays this as a key concept by showing Truman's life as entertainment for an audience, without his consent.
What is exploitation?
In The Pedestrian, this theme reflects the dangers of overreliance on technology and the loss of individuality.
What is conformity and dehumanization?
Ms. Lekkas always reminds students that two pages is this.
What is not enough?
“I have given you my soul; leave me my name!”
Who is John Proctor?
In Our Pipes, the act of smoking together represents a deeper connection and shared experience between generations, emphasizing this theme.
What is bonding through shared rituals?
The entire premise of the film hinges on this philosophical theme, questioning reality and the nature of existence.
What is reality vs. illusion?
In The Pedestrian, this “character” symbolizes the complete control of society over the individual.
What is the robotic police car?
Ms. Lekkas emphasizes that this part of your exam preparation can be improved by doing timed practices to make your writing more readable.
What is handwriting?
This object found in Elizabeth Proctor’s home is used as evidence against her in the witch trials.
What is a poppet (doll)?
In The Drover’s Wife, the story climaxes when this animal threatens the family's safety.
What is a snake?
This character tries to warn Truman of the truth, sparking his journey to self-discovery.
Who is Sylvia (Lauren Garland)?
In his speech, Steve Jobs shares the famous line from The Whole Earth Catalog that says: “Stay hungry, stay ____.”
What is foolish?
To get the most out of feedback, Ms. Lekkas recommends doing this with your drafts before submitting them.
What is revising and expanding your ideas?
Arthur Miller was accused of being sympathetic to this political ideology, similar to how characters in the play were accused of witchcraft.
What is communism?
In Shooting the Moon, Lawson uses this technique to reveal the simple, philosophical reflections of swagmen.
What is first-person narration?
Christof's dialogue is often heard in this audio format, suggesting his omnipresent control.
What is voice-over?
Steve Jobs uses this technique in his speech by sharing personal anecdotes to convey life lessons.
What is storytelling?
If you bring this to class, you better not need it, because Ms. Lekkas will confiscate it!
What is a laptop?
The real-life Salem witch trials took place in this year.
What is 1692?
In The Union Buries Its Dead, this theme is highlighted by the indifference of the community toward death.
What is death and indifference?
This film technique creates a moment of surrealism, when Truman begins to question reality.
What is breaking the fourth wall?
Bradbury’s depiction of Leonard Mead’s walk uses this technique to contrast the natural world with the cold, mechanical city.
What is juxtaposition?
A strong Module C response is this kind of text, which demonstrates both creative flair and deep reflection on complex ideas.
What is a hybrid text?