Social Commentary in Literature
Literature in English · Secondary 2 · Literature in Context - Society and Identity · 4.º Período

Social Commentary in Literature

Students examine how authors use literature as a tool to critique societal norms and injustices. They identify the underlying messages and the techniques used to convey them.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesLO2: Analyse how writers use language, form and structure to achieve specific effectsLO3: Make connections between texts and contexts

About This Topic

Students examine how authors use literature as a tool to critique societal norms and injustices. They identify the underlying messages and the techniques used to convey them.

Key Questions

  1. How do writers use their texts to comment on social issues?
  2. What techniques are effective in delivering a critique without being overly didactic?
  3. How can literature inspire social change?

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