1. Look back at the images at the start of this unit on page 233. In your opinion, do any of the images fail to capture what this unit is about?
2. Think of some alternative images that could be used to represent milestones. 3. Why do you think writers choose to write about love and loss? Give 3–4 points. 4. Fill in the unit review on pages 73–74 of your Portfolio.
Language skills Write out the following sentences in your copy, inserting ‘its’ or ‘it’s’ as needed.
1. Hold the horse steady while I jump on ____ back. 2. I’m only going to go if ____ not raining. 3. How many times do I have to tell you, _____ her jacket. 4. The cat is in _____ bed.
Oral assessment
‘Sometimes a poem about love can be more powerful than actions of love.’ Find a love poem that you think captures the theme of love. Present this poem to your class and explain why you chose this poem. What poetic features are evident? Are there any strong images?
Written assessment
1. (a) Write an editorial for a school magazine in which you discuss ideas on how to overcome the challenges and pressures of teen life in the space provided on pages 75–76 of your Portfolio.
(b) Redraft your editorial in the space provided on pages 120–121 of your Portfolio. Exam skills
1. Think of a moment in a novel or a play you have studied that you regard as an important milestone for a character.
(a) Name the novel or play, the author or playwright and the character. (b) Describe the moment that you regard as an important milestone for this character. (c) Explain why this milestone was important to the development of the plot. Write your answer in the space provided on pages 141–142 of your Portfolio.
