“War can have a severe impact on any country.” Based on The Silver Sword:
a) Describe the impact the war on Warsaw
and Germany. (7 marks)
b) Explain its impact on one of the
protagonists in the novel. ( 9 marks)
c) Explain how the character overcomes the
challenges presented by the war. (9 marks)
Content: 25 marks
Expression: 10 marks
Total: 35 marks
The Silver Sword, written by Ian Serraillier, shows the devastating impact that war can have on a country. In the story, Warsaw is a good example of this because the nazi invasion left the city in ruins. Public buildings, homes and other infrastructure were destroyed. In addition, families were separated leaving children orphaned and homeless, food was scarce and the atmosphere was bleak. When the children arrived in Berlin, they realised, the destruction was similar. It was also in ruins and full of refugees.
The war did not only affect Warsaw and Berlin, but the protagonists as well. Ruth is one of the protagonists who was greatly impacted by the war. She had many responsibilities because the nazis had taken her parents and later Edek. This has made her more mature, responsible, assertive and wise. She had to take care of Bronia, her students, Jan and later Edek. In order to acquire paper, pencils, food and blankets, she demanded to see the lieutenant and even forced past Ivan to do so. Also, she was a disciplinarian who punished Jan for attacking and stealing from Ivan. finally, she shielded Bronia from the harsh realities of war by keeping her occupied with drawing, stories and play.
Although Ruth faced many challenges as a result of the war, she was able to overcome them with the support of family and friends, and her determination to find her parents. After her parents were taken away, Edek provided shelter, furniture and their other needs. Jan also protected them and found food for them when Edek was captured. She received important information about her father and brother from Jan and Ivan. When she felt hopeless, the sight of the silver sword encouraged her. Although war can be devastating for countries and people, the challenges can be overcome with support from family and friends, hope and determination.
HERE ARE THE CRITERIA FOR YOUR ESSAYS:
- Content:
1. Is there any important information missing from paragraph one/part A of the question? If yes, what is missing?
2. Is there any important information missing from paragraph two/part B of the question? If yes, what is missing?
3. Is there any important information missing from paragraph three/part C of the question? If yes, what is missing?
- Expression:
1. Do the paragraphs follow the order of the question?
2. Are there at least 5 sentences in each paragraph?
3. How many spelling errors are there?
4. Can you understand the sentences easily?
5. Do all the subjects and verbs agree?
The Three Paragraph Essay:
Your essay must have at least three paragraphs, each of which should have between five and eight sentences.
- The Introduction
a) Identify the novel.
b) Make a link between the novel and the question being asked.
c) Thesis statement (What your essay will be about.
d) Respond to part A of the question with at least three supporting points.
- The Second Paragraph
a) Topic Sentence
b) Respond to Part B of the question with at least three supporting points.
- The Conclusion/ The Third Paragraph
a) Topic Sentence
b) Respond to Part C of the question with at least three supporting points.
c) Restatement of Thesis
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