2 devoirs d'anglais : Fictions et réalités ; Territoire et mémoire

Thèmes abordés

Fictions et réalités, territoire et mémoire, anglais, compréhension orale, compréhension écrite, expression écrite, expression orale, fake news, Thanksgiving, Barack Obama, heritage, interview

Résumé du document

"In the context of examining the axis "Fictions and realities", this document offers a provocative visual representation that deeply resonates with the contemporary global challenges we face. The document displays a placard which reads "FAKE NEWS IS THE REAL VIRUS!", and according to the caption, this sign was brandished by a protester during a demonstration in California in early May 2020."
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"The document in question is a Presidential Proclamation by Barack Obama in 2016, which recognizes and designates November as National Native American Heritage Month. Its main purpose is to acknowledge the significant contributions of Native Americans to the history and development of the United States, while also addressing the challenging episodes of pain, discrimination, and injustice they faced."

Extraits

[...] 2 devoirs d'anglais : Fictions et réalités ; Territoire et me?moire I. Fictions et réalités - Expression orale Préparer à l'écrit une présentation orale de 5 minutes d'après le document ci-dessous. In the context of examining the axis "Fictions and realities", this document offers a provocative visual representation that deeply resonates with the contemporary global challenges we face. The document displays a placard which reads "FAKE NEWS IS THE REAL VIRUS and according to the caption, this sign was brandished by a protester during a demonstration in California in early May 2020. [...]

[...] government and tribal nations, as emphasized by the proclamation's commitment to strengthening these ties. Devices such as referencing specific measures taken by the administration (e.g., protection of sacred lands, representation at the UN, supporting tribal education) are employed to illustrate the depth of this commitment. Additionally, the document highlights the importance of preserving Native American cultures, languages, and traditions. The overarching message is one of respect, acknowledgment, and optimism for the future relationship between the U.S. government and Native American communities. [...]

[...] II) Compréhension écrite Using your own words, give an account of document making sure that you take the following aspects into consideration and integrate them into your account: - the nature of the document and its function; - the main themes of the document; - the main purpose of the document and the devices used to achieve this purpose. The document in question is a Presidential Proclamation by Barack Obama in 2016, which recognizes and designates November as National Native American Heritage Month. Its main purpose is to acknowledge the significant contributions of Native Americans to the history and development of the United States, while also addressing the challenging episodes of pain, discrimination, and injustice they faced. One of the main themes is the partnership and relationship between the U.S. [...]

[...] It's a bridge of understanding and respect. Interviewer: What do you hope people take away from this event? Native American: I hope they gain a deeper appreciation for Navajo culture and understand the significance of preserving indigenous traditions. We want our legacy to be remembered and respected, and for everyone to recognize the richness it brings to the American tapestry. [...]

[...] La version traditionnelle de l'histoire de Thanksgiving raconte comment les pèlerins ont été aidés par les indigènes pour survivre à un hiver rigoureux. Cependant, Mother Bear rappelle que cette version omet plusieurs éléments essentiels, notamment le fait que les Wampanoag n'ont pas vraiment été invités au premier Thanksgiving. Paula Peters, historienne et écrivaine de la tribu Wampanoag (et cousine d'Anita "Mother Bear" Peters), a souligné les injustices qui ont suivi ce repas initial. Elle parle de la colonisation, de l'imposition forcée du christianisme et de l'assimilation. [...]