1. Discuss what you learned from (a) Rita’s speech and (b) the directions in this script. 2. Identify the audience for each of the following: an article in the school magazine an acceptance speech at a televised awards ceremony a bedtime story.
Understand
1. Rita talks about her friend’s husband. What do we learn about him? 2. What is Rita’s message to the union members? 3. How do people react?
Explore 3
1. The Feminist Movement calls for gender equality in all forms, advocating the rights of women. How do you know that Rita is a feminist?
2. Rita says that people ‘had to stand up; do what was right, ’cause otherwise you wouldn’t be able to look yourself in the mirror’. Do you agree?
3. Discuss two features of persuasive language used by Rita as she addresses the crowd.
4. Imagine you are playing the part of Rita. How would you deliver your speech? Comment on:
tone of voice facial expressions body language, movement and gestures pacing.
Investigate
The film Made in Dagenham is set in England in the 1960s, yet today there is still gender inequality. Use your research skills to find an example of gender inequality in the world today.
Create
Compile your findings to write a news report for newspaper, radio or television. Identify your audience before writing.
