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Plot
1. Arrange the incidents in the correct sequence as per their occurrence in the extract.
(i) Denham was outwitted by Miss Phillips. (ii) The head of the school closed the proceedings.
(iii) Denham asserted that P.T. periods were a waste of time. (iv) The slips were folded and placed in a hat
(v) Fernman as usual had a trump card. (vi) Denham called out the names of the representatives.
(vii) Students' Council was held every year on November 15th,
Ans: vii, vi, v, iv, iii, i, ii

2. Describe in brief the purpose of organising the half-yearly report programme of Students' Council.
Ans: The half-yearly report program was a crucial event for the Students' Council, where students presented their
academic progress to teachers and peers. The primary purpose was to analyze and discuss students academic
achievements, allowing teachers to gauge their understanding and structure the remaining academic year
accordingly. Another key element was the panel discussion, where students selected a panel of teachers to answer
questions about the reports. The teachers were not informed beforehand, giving students a sense of control over
their academic journey. Additionally, the program allowed students to showcase their organizational skills, engage
more with school activities, and voice their opinions. Denham's blunt criticism of the P.T. class is a perfect example
of how such programmes can help the students voice their views.

3. Write in your words the entire half-yearly report programme of the Students' Council.
Ans: The half-yearly report of the Students' Council, an event entirely arranged and presented by the students
themselves, was held on November 15th. Miss Joseph and Denham, the two most senior students, managed the
proceedings. The meeting began with a speech by Mr. Florian, the headmaster, who outlined the aims and policies
of the school. It was followed by a short address by Miss Joseph, who outlined the Council's purpose and its
activities. Following this, each class, represented by chosen students, reported on their studies since Easter,
showcasing increasing confidence as they progressed through the grades. The youngest class presented first,
overcoming initial shyness to deliver their reports honorably. Mr. Braithwaite's class, being the oldest, concluded
the presentations. Miss Joseph resumed with a summary emphasizing global brotherhood and interdependence, a
theme reflected in subjects like mathematics, where Potter highlighted international standards in weights and
measures Sapiano discussed collaborative pest control research globally. Geography insights by Miss Pegg and
Jackson covered global mineral distribution and post-war refugee challenges. Fernman stole the show by displaying a
model of a human skeleton and stressing on equality. Miss Dare stressed international knowledge exchange in
disease management, while Miss Dodd discussed tolerance through historical perspectives like the English
Reformation. Denham delivered a shocking report as he criticized the structure and general pattern of the PT. class.
Finally, a panel of teachers was chosen to answer any questions pertaining to the reports which had been given. Mr.
Weston, Mrs. Dale-Evans, and Miss Phillips were chosen to form the teachers' panel. Denham protested the need for
all students to take the P.T. class. Mr. Weston responded poorly, by being loud and aggressive instead of offering
valid points. However, Miss Phillips stepped in and defended the need for all students to do P.T. Although Denham
made some good points, he was soon outwitted by Miss Phillips and gave up on the matter. The meeting ended with
a final address by the headmaster, expressing his pride in all the students and appreciating them for their efforts.

4. Describe the question-answer session that took place at the end of the extract.
Ans: The panel discussion following the half-yearly report featured Miss Phillips, Mrs. Dale-Evans, and Mr. Weston as
panellists. They faced unanticipated questions from senior students, leaving them unprepared to respond
effectively. Miss Phillips stood out for her informed and confident answers, often stepping in to support her
colleagues and salvage their responses. Mr. Weston, on the other hand, appeared disengaged and attempted to
deflect challenging questions. He particularly could not justify the need for the P.T. class. Once again, Miss Phillips
stepped in and successfully defended the need for P.T. class, thereby outwitting Denham, who admitted defeat and
gave up on the matter. This concluded the question-answer session of the programme.

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5. Describe the discussion that took place between Miss Phillips and Denham.
Ans: Following the class presentations, a panel of teachers was randomly selected to answer questions that the
students might have regarding the reports. This panel included Mrs. Dale-Evans, Miss Euphemia Phillips and Mr.
Weston Denham's class report was a criticism of the P.T. class and as a follow-up to his report, he asked the panel of
teachers to justify the need for such a class. Being a trained boxer, Denham was of the opinion that exercises could
only benefit the students if they were performed daily and for longer periods of time, thereby implying that as the
P.T. class was only for twenty minutes twice a week, it was a waste of time. While Mr. Weston could not offer any
satisfactory explanation, Miss Phillips stepped in and responded by reminding the students that because the school
had limited resources, the goal was to have a timetable that ensured maximum benefit for maximum number of
students. She argued that while Denham and other physically fit students like him might not see the benefit of the
P.T. class because of their participation in other sports, but the school has many more students that could benefit
from it. In addition, she even called upon senior students like Denham to help out in this respect. Denham, though
impressed by Miss Phillips' clever response, was not ready to give up his questioning. He argued that if that was the
case, then only those students who need P.T. should be made to take it and boys like Denham should be allowed to
use the time as they see fit. Miss Phillips calmly responded by saying that the school prepares the students for the
real world, it was therefore important for them to get used to doing things they have been told to do, even if they
don't like it. Miss Phillips argued that participating in the P.T. class could be thought of as an exercise of the mind as
well as of the body. At the end, Denham accepted defeat and gave up his line of questioning. Thus, Denham's
aggressive and blunt probing proved to be no match for Miss Phillips" patience and composure.

6. Describe how Ricky Braithwaite manage to bring about a change in the behaviour of his students. [Mar 2022]
Ans: At the Greenslade School, Ricky Braithwaite meets a bunch of disrespectful, ill-mannered and mischievous
students. Though their behaviour initially angers him, he decides to change his approach and interact with them as
though they were adults. He requires every girl be referred to as 'Miss' and that his students call him "Sir'. At first,
the students find this level of deference ridiculous; however, they come around after only a few weeks, completely
changing their attitudes. This marks the success of Braithwaite in handling the students in a very amicable way.

7. How does Mr. Braithwaite manage to increase the cultural exposure of the class? [Mar 2022]
Ans: To increase the cultural exposure of the class. Mr. Braithwaite takes the students on field trips and excursions
to museums and theatres. To his surprise, many of the students have never been to said museums and theatres.
Braithwaite's relationship with his students is tested many times. The novel centres on Braithwaite's growth as a
character, from someone who considered his position as a teacher to be merely a job, to someone who eventually
becomes a loving, father-figure to his students. Although his students often disappoint and hurt him, he learns to
forgive them. The students, in turn, constantly surprise him with their maturity, knowledge and ability to understand
emotions.

8. Describe how Miss Philips justifies the importance of P.T. to Denham?

Ans: Denham, who is a trained boxer, is of the opinion that exercising only helps if performed daily and for longer
periods. In contrast, P.T. class is only twice a week and thus offers no health benefits, making it a waste of time Miss
Philips reminds Denham that the school has limited resources and therefore has to make the best use of es time in a
way that benefits the maximum number of students. Though students like Denham are physically fit and play other
sports, the class is not just meant for them but for all the students. Hence, even if Denham finds P.T. to be pointless,
the others, who are not physically fit, could benefit from it. In response to this, Denham argues that P.T. should then
only be for the students who need it and not for physically fit students like himself. But Miss Phillips replies that
when students like Denham are made to do P.T. even though they don't like it, they are actually being trained for the
real world, which is the purpose of the school timetable. Thus, she argues that it is important for students like
Denham to do P.T. even if they don't enjoy it because it is an exercise of the mind as much as of the body. At last,
Denham is outsmarted and he finally gives up on the matter.

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Theme
1. When the turn of my class came I sat up anxiously. Why was the narrator anxious? Explain the statement by
citing suitable references from the extract.
Ans: The half-yearly report of the Students' Council was a measure of the students' progress in the first half of the
year, which had begun after Easter. At the beginning of that year, Braithwaite's students had been rude, ill-
mannered, and impolite and showed little interest in their courses. However, through innovative teaching methods,
Braithwaite had laid the foundations of a strong student-teacher relationship based on mutual respect. He was
patient and genuinely cared for the students and this led to a transformation in their attitudes.
Braithwaite knew that on the day of the event, all eyes would be on the students. He notes that it "was one of the
important days in the calendar of the Greenslade School." The reports to be presented by the students were an
overview of what they had learnt with Braithwaite and were therefore a measure of his hard work. In addition, they
provided Braithwaite with the perfect chance to sit back and observe them as an audience member. This made him
"as excited as the children as the day approached". The day finally arrived and Braithwaite took his seat in the
audience. The reports would show if the students had actually learnt something from their courses as the "emphasis
was on what they understood rather than on what they were expected to learn". Braithwaite thus realised that this
was a test of his teaching skills and whether he failed or passed, depended upon the report presented by his class.
Thus, when it was finally time for his students to present the class report, he was anxious about their performance
and sat up straight in his seat.

2. Select two statements that describe the theme of the extract:

i. Half-yearly report of the Students' Council was not an important event for the students and teachers of school.
ii.The writer was immensely pleased to notice the progress of his students.
iii The students showed a remarkable change in their behaviour and were progressing in all the subjects.
iv. The head of the institution was against conducting such activities in the school.
Ans: ii, iii

3. The relationship between the teacher and the students is highlighted in the extract. Illustrate with suitable
examples from the extract.
Ans: Braithwaite, the senior class teacher, witnesses his students' transformation from initially unruly behavior and
disinterest to disciplined preparation and confident presentations at the Students' Council half-yearly report. He
reflects proudly on their progress, noting their responsible approach to preparation and their development into
young adults. His hard work is tested at the half-yearly report of the Students Council as the students are expected
to present what they have learnt, to the entire school. As the day of the half-yearly report approaches, Braithwaite is
"as excited as the children" and observes, from a distance, how they prepare for the day. He is impressed by their
ability to take responsibility and this can be inferred from the line, "I observed the activities of my class as they
prepared for it, nothing with pride the business-like way in which tasks were allocated and fitted into a neat
programme." From the above line, it is also clear that seeing this transformation of his students, from mischievous
children to young adults, is a particularly proud moment for Braithwaite and is proof of his hard work. On the day of
the event, Braithwaite is obviously nervous about the performance of his students. Not only is he worried about the
way they handle themselves, but he is also hoping that his efforts have paid off and the students have actually learnt
something in the past half year. His nervousness is revealed in the line, "When the turn of my class came, I sat up
anxiously." Like the director of a play, watching the drama unfold, Braithwaite observes his students from the
audience. One by one his students take the stage and speak knowledgeably about their courses. Miss Joseph and
Denham impress Braithwaite with their leadership skills. The line "I felt terribly pleased and proud to see the
confident courtesy with which Denham used the term "Miss' in addressing each of the senior girls; I felt sure that
this would in itself be something for the younger ones to aim at, a sort of badge of young adulthood" shows how
Braithwaite beamed with pride upon seeing that his lesson of mutual respect had taken effect and held the ability to
inspire the younger students. Potter, Sapiano, Jackson, Miss Dodd and Miss Dare offer intelligent insights into their
respective subjects. Braithwaite's appreciation for Fernman's "dramatic" presentation is made clear as he notes

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"Femman was wonderful; he had them eating out of his hand." Lastly, Denham's criticism of P.T. class was a sign of
intelligent questioning, which is the mark of every responsible student. Denham's consequent argument with Miss
Phillips, though blunt, was ultimately respectful as he gives up on the matter when defeated by Miss Phillips. This,
too, is proud moment for Braithwaite as Denham's transformation from an aggressive, rude boy to an intelligent,
questioning, young mind is an important achievement. The extract draws attention to the emotions experienced by
Braithwaite as watches with pride the progress his students have made in the half-year, thus highlighting the
relationship between the teacher and the students.

4. Explain in brief the theme of the extract. [Feb 2024]

OR
Consider 'student-teacher relationship' as one of the themes of "To Sir With Love".
Ans: The primary theme of the novel is the student-teacher relationship at Greenslade School. When Braithwaite
first accepts his job as a teacher, he is faced with a group of arrogant and ill-mannered students known for their
disruptive behavior. Though angry and frustrated at first, Braithwaite eventually learns to be patient and tolerant
towards their antics and develops a strong bond with each of them. Rather than reacting with anger or frustration,
he chooses to understand the underlying reasons behind his students' behavior, taking a keen interest in their
backgrounds and motivations. More importantly, he builds a relationship with the students, which is based on
mutual respect. Braithwaite addresses the girls as 'Miss" and the boys by their last name and in turn asks the
students to refer to him as 'Sir', relaying the message that a healthy student-teacher relationship is one which
involves both, give and take. Initially met with resistance, this approach gradually earns the students' respect and
cooperation as seen when Braithwaite expresses his appreciation of Denham addressing the senior girls as 'Miss'.
The extract highlights Braithwaite's dual role as both an educator and a mentor. He not only focuses on academic
progress but also plays a crucial part in shaping his students' personal growth and development. His emphasis on
honesty and fearlessness encourages students like Denham to voice their opinions, as demonstrated in Denham's
critique of the P.T. class during the panel discussion. His method of developing a relationship based on mutual
respect results in the transformation of his students from mischievous children to young adults. Braithwaite
witnesses this transformation with pride as he watches his students present the class report and admires them for
the progress that they have made.

5. Describe the atmosphere of the school described in the extract.

Ans: The half-yearly report by the Students' Council at Greenslade School, held on November 15, was one of the
most significant events of the year. The programme was entirely arranged, presented and controlled by the
students. They were expected to deliver a report describing what they had learnt in the half year, which began after
Easter. Thus, the report was extremely crucial for the students and the teachers because it offered the perfect
opportunity of determining the academic progress of the students. In addition, it was a test of the organizational
abilities of the students. The students of Braithwaite's class were excited about the event and as the day of the event
approached, Braithwaite found himself sharing their excitement. In order to prepare for the event, the students
divided the responsibilities among themselves and drew up an official programme for the event. They took their
roles as organizers very seriously and performed their duties like expert professionals. Watching his students take
responsibility and behave like young, mature adults, Braithwaite was filled with a sense of pride. On the day of the
event, the children made sure that they were dressed smartly and looked presentable, indicating, once again, that
they were aware of the importance of the event. Miss Joseph and Denham, senior students, hosted the event and
ensured everything ran smoothly, displaying their leadership. Thus, the atmosphere was charged with excitement
and anticipation, providing a platform for the students to demonstrate their abilities.
CHARACTER
1. Which one among the following is a teacher in the extract? Select the correct one. Also cite a couple of lines
from the extract in support of your answer.
i. Denham ii. Miss Joseph iii. Sapiano iv. Dale-Evans
Ans: iv. Dale-Evans

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Mrs. Dale-Evans is a teacher in the extract.

The line, "Denham called two children at random from the audience and asked them to write the name of each
teacher, including the Head on a slip of paper" tells us that the slips of paper contained the names of teachers The
line, "The names were called: Mr. Weston, Mrs. Dale-Evans, Miss Phillips" refers to the names read our from the
chosen slips of paper and thus identifies the names of the teachers. The line, "Miss Joseph and Denham, the two
most senior students," confirms that Miss Joseph and Denham are not teachers, but are in fact, students.
The line. "Sapiano spoke of the study the class had made," states that Sapiano presented a report and since all
reports were presented by the students, it can be concluded that Sapiano was not a teacher.

2. Complete the table highlighting the various traits of the major characters in the extract.
i. ii.

Denham Miss
Phillips

iii. iv.

Fernman
Potter

Denham Miss Phillips Fernman Potter

confident, influential, calm, well-informed, funny, strategic, analytical,intelligent,
fearless, bold, blunt, honest, authoritative, dramatic, resourceful, insightful, wise
Traits athletic, assertive, skilful, helpful, clever, innovative, confident,
determined, clever, tough clever, charming,
respectful persuasive, unbiased

3. The narrator played a crucial role in bringing a significant change in the students. Explain the statement by
citing some references from the extract.
Ans: When Braithwaite takes his place as a teacher for the senior class of Greenslade School, he is met with a bunch
of disrespectful, arrogant and ill-mannered students. Though initially this angers him, he eventually resolves to take
a different approach in teaching. One of the most important aspects of this new approach is mutual respect.
Braithwaite understands that students can only learn something valuable in their courses if they respect the teacher
teaching them. Once the students respond to his new methods and begin to open up to him, it becomes easier for
him to get them interested in their courses and they become good students. The half-yearly report proves to be the
perfect chance to analyze the progress of the students. The line, "It was entirely their day, arranged, presented and
controlled by them" is an example of their will to take responsibility. The narrator notes that on the day of the
report, "The children arrived smartly dressed and polished." This indicates that the students were aware of the
importance of the event and took their roles seriously. Two of Braithwaite's students, Miss Joseph and Denham,
were not only in charge of the day's programme, but also "moved about among their colleagues ensuring that each
one was ready to play his (her) part" thus showcasing their ability to be good leaders. The narrator observes with
pride that "Denham used the term 'Miss' in addressing each of the senior girls". This transformation of Denham from
an aggressive, rude student to a respectful, decent young man is a clear example of the positive influence
Braithwaite has had on the students. Similarly, Potter, Sapiano, Miss Pegg. Jackson, Fernman, Miss Dare and Miss
Dodd, cach speak knowledgeably about their coursework and exhibit confidence. Fernman's dramatic report
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contrasted with his "elear and precise" voice, his "adroit questioning" and Denham's fearlessness in his "blunt
criticisms" are proof that the children took their academic progress seriously.
Thus, as the students deliver their half-yearly reports, it becomes clear that they have progressed immensely from
the naughty, rude children that Braithwaite first met, to responsible, young adults, owing to the patience and
respect with which Braithwaite handled them.

4.Fernman brought comic relief in the Students' Council programme. Explain.

Ans: A comic relief is a character (or element), that provides humour in a serious situation. The half-yearly report
organized by the Students Council was a day of great importance at Greenslade School. The students took their
responsibilities seriously. Miss Joseph introduced the senior class's theme of brotherhood and interdependence.
These were serious and heavy topics. One by one, Potter, Sapiano, Jackson and Miss Pegg presented the reports on
their respective subjects and displayed a deep understanding of their lessons. When it was time for Fernman to
present his report on Physiology, he signalled Welsh and Alison to carry a skeleton to the stage. This sudden shift of
atmosphere from the serious, analytical presentations of his classmates, to the image of Fernman on stage, next to a
skeleton hanging from a hook screwed into the top of its skull and gently revolving at the end of a cord. immediately
made the audience laugh. Through his dramatic presentation, Fernman was able to relieve the tension of the
audience by providing a comical element. Thus, he brought comic relief in the Students' Council programme.

5. Give a brief character-sketch of-

i. Denham
Ans: Denham is one of the boys in Braithwaite's class. Like all others, he too, is initially dismissive of Brantawaite and
if ride and disrespectful towards him. He is particularly aggressive and bad-tempered Braithwaite and is rude and
disrespe transforms Denham into a mature, younity to host the tuto be Respectful of others and takes up
responsibility. This can be seen from his ability to host the Studenty respectful of others and takes up peoceedings.
While hosting the Students Councel young, the refers to Council report and supervises proving that he has
transformed into an honourjbys influence disa the other senior gir enjoys athletic activities. He is a natural leader,
who enjoys influence over his trassedales and is especially looked up to by the other boys of the class. This is made
clear from the support he receives of his criticism of the P.T. class when the other boys cheer him from the audience
He assertive and confident as he presents his report and is blunt, but respectful in his questioning of the need for the
P.T. class. In his exchange with Miss Phillips. Denham is clever, assertive and determined in his argument, even
though Miss Phillips represents an authoritative figure. At the same time, he also accepts his defeat gracefully when
Miss Phillips outwits him.

ii. Miss Joseph

Ans: Miss Joseph is one of the senior girls in Braithwaite's class. A natural leader, Miss Joseph, along with Denham, is
in charge of hosting the half-yearly report of the Students' Council. Besides helping in the organization of the event,
Miss Joseph also ensures its smooth functioning, by supervising the other students as they perform their assigned
tasks, thus displaying her leadership skills. She also delivers a short address outlining the purpose of the Students'
Council activities. When it is the turn of Braithwaite's class to present its report, it is Miss Joseph who introduces the
class' theme of the brotherhood and interdependency of mankind to the audience. She is confident by nature and
delivers her report on Domestic Science with utmost ease.

iii. E. R. Braithwaite (The Narrator) [Feb 2023, Feb 2024]

Ans: The narrator of the novel is the author, E.R. Braithwaite, himself. The novel is based on his real-life experiences,
which particularly focuses on his life in England and his job as a teacher at Greenslade School. Before becoming a
teacher, he worked as an engineer and even served in the Royal British Air Force during the war. Though he is British,
he is a victim of racial discrimination and prejudice because he is a black man in post-war England. Because of his
race, he has trouble finding employment and reluctantly takes up the post of a teacher at Greenslade School. The
school is famous for its badly behaved students and from the first day, Braithwaite finds it difficult to manage his
class full of unruly children. As someone who is easily angered, Braithwaite struggles to keep calm while dealing with
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them. Despite not a teacher by profession, Braithwaite is very insightful in his interactions with the students. He
recognises that he lacks the experience of a professional teacher and takes extra effort to improve his teaching skills.
He soon learns to be patient and compassionate towards the students and eventually manages to build a strong
bond with them based on mutual respect. He even tries to leam about their backgrounds so as to be able to
understand the reasons for their behaviour. Braithwaite is firm but caring and brings about an extraordinary
transformation in his students. He is the perfect example of a good teacher, as his influence goes way beyond the
classroom and he ends up making a huge difference in his students' lives. He is intelligent and sensitive and shows
genuine concern for the well-being of his students. By not giving up on his students, Braithwaite shows resilience
and confidence in his abilities and reaps the rewards of his hard work as he watches with pride the young adults that
graduate from his class at the end of the year.

iv. Miss Dare

Ans: Miss Pamela Dare is one of the senior girls in Braithwaite's class. On the day of the half-yearly report, she is
chosen to be present on the subject of Physiology along with her classmate, Fernman. While Fernman displays a
sense of the dramatic and is humorous in his presentation, Miss Dare's presentation is straightforward, but
insightful. Because of his over-the-top performance, Fernman manages to steal the show with his presentation. With
Miss Dare's report lacking any such dramatic elements, she is aware that as she delivers her report after Fernman,
she may not receive the same amount of attention from the audience, but nevertheless proceeds to present her
report with confidence. She outlines the problems that all humanity has to face in terms of sickness and disease and
states the benefits of exchanging knowledge, advice and assistance among countries. Thus, she speaks
knowledgeably about her coursework

V. Miss Phillips
Ans: Miss Phillips is a teacher at Greenslade School and is one of three teachers to be chosen, at random, for the
panel discussion on the day of the half-yearly report. As she takes her place on the panel, the narrator describes her
as a mousy, thin woman who appears to be unintelligent. However, as the questioning begins, it becomes clear to
the narrator and the reader that Miss Phillips is the best informed of the three. Despite being unprepared, she
handles the questions with honesty and authority. leaving the narrator and the reader impressed. She even comes to
the rescue of the other teachers when she finds them struggling with the questions and does so with grace and skill,
making sure to not cause them any embarrassment. She is unfazed by Denham and Fernman's blunt criticisms and
maintains a calm demeanour, matching Denham's aggressive nature with her clever arguments and sweet tone. Her
interaction with Denham leaves the students impressed with her tough but honest nature and establishes her
authority as a teacher. This also completely transforms her image in the eyes of the narrator, who by the end of the
extract develops a sense of admiration and respect for Miss Phillips.

6. Compare the following characters:

i. Miss Joseph and Denham
Miss Joseph Denham
a. In-charge of the Students' Council programme and In-charge of the Students' Council programme and
delivers a short address highlighting the Council's assigned the task of calling out the names of the
purpose and its activities. student representatives of the senior class and
displays genuine courtesy while addressing them.
b. Representative of the subject of 'Domestic Science' Representative of the subject of 'P.T. and games'
c. Speaks about the theme of the interdependence of Criticises the pattern of P.T. and games, citing the
mankind, which was at the root of all their lessons. limitations of obtaining space, the monotony of
the routine, and the scarcity of time allocated to it.
d. Qualities Highlighted: leadership skills, calm, Qualities highlighted: leadership skills, courteous,
insightful. assertive, blunt

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ii. Fernman and Miss Dare

Fernman Miss Dare
a. Representative of the subject of 'Physiology' who Representative of the subject of 'Physiology' who
brings comic relief by displaying a skeleton, hanging presents after Fernman and whose report is plain,
from a hook screwed to its skull and gently revolving straightforward and lacking in dramatic elements,
at the end of a cord, on the stage and whose report thus making it anticlimactic (in comparison with
is highly appreciated for its dramatic style. Fernman's report)
b. Speaks in a clear and precise manner and concludes, Speaks about the problems of sickness and disease
with the help of the skeleton, that essentially all faced by humanity and the benefits of exchanging
people were the same. knowledge, advice and assistance
c. Qualities highlighted: persuasive, charming, clever Qualities highlighted: empathetic, Smart, unenergetic,
captivating, confident, innovative, passive

iii. Miss Phillips and Denham

Denham Miss Phillips
a. Bluntly criticises the pattern of P.T. and games, Tactfully answers all the questions posed by the students
citing the limitations of obtaining space and the and even assists other panelists
monotony of the routine.
b. Exhibits impulsiveness, bluntness and aggression Tackles the students' questions with honesty, authority,
in his debate with Miss Phillips but feels sorry skill and a calm and composed attitude and eventually
when he has lost the argument. outwits Denham with logic and presence of mind,
impressing the students and the narrator.
c. Represents a student's perspective and Represents a teacher's perspective and demonstrates
demonstrates that students should be active that teachers must respect the perspectives of all
participants in their academic progress by students and tackle their doubts with patience and logic.
fearlessly questioning an authoritative figure.
d. Qualities highlighted: aggressive, blunt, assertive, Qualities highlighted: calm, skilful, persuasive,
logical, determined, smart authoritative, well-informed, tough, logical, witty.

iv. Narrator and The head of The School

Narrator Head of the School
a. Seated in the audience, a passive participant Seated on the stage (at the beginning), an active participant in
in the event the event.
b. Silently observes as the event unfolds Reiterates the aims and policies of the school, the
contribution that could be made by each student in fulfilling
those aims, and praises the students while insisting that there
was yet a great deal to be done.
c. Was an outsider who eventually built a place Has never been an outsider as he identifies himself with the
for himself in the school and in the minds of school and everyone in it.
the students
d. Feels proud to see the transformation that Feels proud of all the students and expresses his appreciation
his students have undergone of the efforts put in by them.
e. Qualities highlighted: observant, insightful, Qualities highlighted: genuine, appreciative ,understanding
pleased, surprised

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