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Checking out me history vs The Emigree
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Overall Summary
This document compares and analyzes two poems: "Checking... Show more
Page 2: Continued Analysis and Themes
This page continues the in-depth analysis of "Checking Out Me History" and "The Emigree", focusing on the themes of identity, resistance, and the lasting impact of cultural heritage.
The document expands on the metaphor of sickness in "The Emigree", explaining how it personifies the country as being ill due to tyrannical rule. This imagery suggests that despite the negative aspects, the speaker still feels a strong connection to their homeland.
In "Checking Out Me History", the phrase "Bandage up me eye" is interpreted as a metaphor for the deliberate obscuring of certain historical truths. This imagery powerfully conveys the idea of forced ignorance imposed by the colonial education system.
Example: The use of "bandage" in COMH can be seen as a dual metaphor - it both obscures vision and suggests healing .
The analysis then delves into how both poems present the concept of identity:
Highlight: Both poems explore identity as something that can be suppressed or denied by external forces, but also as something that can be reclaimed and celebrated.
In "The Emigree", the speaker's identity is tied to memories of their homeland, which persist despite the passage of time and the potential inaccuracy of childhood recollections. The poem suggests that these memories form a crucial part of the speaker's sense of self, even in the face of discrimination in their new country.
"Checking Out Me History" presents identity as something that has been actively denied to the speaker through an incomplete education. The poem becomes an act of reclamation, with the speaker asserting their right to learn about their own cultural heritage.
Definition: Cultural heritage - The legacy of physical artifacts and intangible attributes of a group or society that are inherited from past generations, maintained in the present, and bestowed for the benefit of future generations.
The document concludes by emphasizing how both poems, despite their different contexts, share themes of resistance against oppression and the enduring power of cultural identity. They demonstrate how personal narratives can be shaped by larger historical and social forces, but also how individuals can push back against these forces to define themselves.
Quote: "I have no passport, there's no way back at all" vs "I carving out me identity"
These lines encapsulate the central struggles in each poem - the irreversible nature of exile in "The Emigree" and the active process of identity formation in "Checking Out Me History".
Page 1: Comparing "Checking Out Me History" and "The Emigree"
This page provides a comprehensive comparison between John Agard's "Checking Out Me History" and Carol Rumens' "The Emigree". The analysis delves into the themes, context, structure, and significant quotes from both poems.
In COMH, the speaker reflects on the historical figures taught in his childhood education, contrasting them with black historical figures omitted from the curriculum. The poem critiques the British colonial education system and its neglect of black history. The Emigree, on the other hand, portrays a speaker who fled their country as a child, reminiscing about positive aspects of their homeland while facing discrimination in their new country.
The context section reveals that Agard's poem was inspired by his experience of receiving a Eurocentric education in colonized Guyana, while Rumens' work often explores foreign cultures and customs. Both poems are designed to be universal, allowing readers from various backgrounds to relate to the themes.
Structurally, both poems employ repetition. COMH repeats "Dem tell me" to create an oppressive tone or emphasize the speaker's desire to be heard. The Emigree uses "they" repetitively to create an accusatory tone, reflecting the hostility faced in the new country.
Highlight: The structural choices in both poems reflect their themes. COMH uses italics to separate European and black history, mirroring the educational divide, while The Emigree's free verse structure may represent the chaos of displacement or newfound freedom.
The analysis of quotes reveals how both poems create a sense of isolation:
Quote: "They accuse me of being dark" vs "Dem tell me"
These lines demonstrate the speakers' feelings of not belonging and resistance to societal norms. The document also compares quotes alluding to physical pain:
Quote: "It may be sick with tyrants" vs "Bandage up me eye"
These metaphors emphasize the profound impact of identity and cultural heritage on the speakers' lives.
Vocabulary: Eurocentric - Focusing on European culture or history to the exclusion of a wider view of the world.
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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
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Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
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Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
Overall Summary
This document compares and analyzes two poems: "Checking Out Me History" by John Agard and "The Emigree" by Carol Rumens. It explores themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the impact of colonialism and displacement on personal narratives.
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Page 2: Continued Analysis and Themes
This page continues the in-depth analysis of "Checking Out Me History" and "The Emigree", focusing on the themes of identity, resistance, and the lasting impact of cultural heritage.
The document expands on the metaphor of sickness in "The Emigree", explaining how it personifies the country as being ill due to tyrannical rule. This imagery suggests that despite the negative aspects, the speaker still feels a strong connection to their homeland.
In "Checking Out Me History", the phrase "Bandage up me eye" is interpreted as a metaphor for the deliberate obscuring of certain historical truths. This imagery powerfully conveys the idea of forced ignorance imposed by the colonial education system.
Example: The use of "bandage" in COMH can be seen as a dual metaphor - it both obscures vision and suggests healing .
The analysis then delves into how both poems present the concept of identity:
Highlight: Both poems explore identity as something that can be suppressed or denied by external forces, but also as something that can be reclaimed and celebrated.
In "The Emigree", the speaker's identity is tied to memories of their homeland, which persist despite the passage of time and the potential inaccuracy of childhood recollections. The poem suggests that these memories form a crucial part of the speaker's sense of self, even in the face of discrimination in their new country.
"Checking Out Me History" presents identity as something that has been actively denied to the speaker through an incomplete education. The poem becomes an act of reclamation, with the speaker asserting their right to learn about their own cultural heritage.
Definition: Cultural heritage - The legacy of physical artifacts and intangible attributes of a group or society that are inherited from past generations, maintained in the present, and bestowed for the benefit of future generations.
The document concludes by emphasizing how both poems, despite their different contexts, share themes of resistance against oppression and the enduring power of cultural identity. They demonstrate how personal narratives can be shaped by larger historical and social forces, but also how individuals can push back against these forces to define themselves.
Quote: "I have no passport, there's no way back at all" vs "I carving out me identity"
These lines encapsulate the central struggles in each poem - the irreversible nature of exile in "The Emigree" and the active process of identity formation in "Checking Out Me History".
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Page 1: Comparing "Checking Out Me History" and "The Emigree"
This page provides a comprehensive comparison between John Agard's "Checking Out Me History" and Carol Rumens' "The Emigree". The analysis delves into the themes, context, structure, and significant quotes from both poems.
In COMH, the speaker reflects on the historical figures taught in his childhood education, contrasting them with black historical figures omitted from the curriculum. The poem critiques the British colonial education system and its neglect of black history. The Emigree, on the other hand, portrays a speaker who fled their country as a child, reminiscing about positive aspects of their homeland while facing discrimination in their new country.
The context section reveals that Agard's poem was inspired by his experience of receiving a Eurocentric education in colonized Guyana, while Rumens' work often explores foreign cultures and customs. Both poems are designed to be universal, allowing readers from various backgrounds to relate to the themes.
Structurally, both poems employ repetition. COMH repeats "Dem tell me" to create an oppressive tone or emphasize the speaker's desire to be heard. The Emigree uses "they" repetitively to create an accusatory tone, reflecting the hostility faced in the new country.
Highlight: The structural choices in both poems reflect their themes. COMH uses italics to separate European and black history, mirroring the educational divide, while The Emigree's free verse structure may represent the chaos of displacement or newfound freedom.
The analysis of quotes reveals how both poems create a sense of isolation:
Quote: "They accuse me of being dark" vs "Dem tell me"
These lines demonstrate the speakers' feelings of not belonging and resistance to societal norms. The document also compares quotes alluding to physical pain:
Quote: "It may be sick with tyrants" vs "Bandage up me eye"
These metaphors emphasize the profound impact of identity and cultural heritage on the speakers' lives.
Vocabulary: Eurocentric - Focusing on European culture or history to the exclusion of a wider view of the world.
Our AI companion is specifically built for the needs of students. Based on the millions of content pieces we have on the platform we can provide truly meaningful and relevant answers to students. But its not only about answers, the companion is even more about guiding students through their daily learning challenges, with personalised study plans, quizzes or content pieces in the chat and 100% personalisation based on the students skills and developments.
You can download the app in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.
You have the choice, we offer a 100% secure payment via PayPal or an Amazon gift card. There is no limit to how much you can earn.
App Store
Google Play
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
