Important Topics for Learning in Graduation

Important Topics for Learning in Graduation

1.

Hold fast to dreams

For if dreams die

Life is a broken-wings bird

That cannot fly.

Which poem are these lines taken from?

Who is the writer of the poem?

What does he mean by "Life is a broken-winged bird"?

Answer:

Dream

Langston Hughes

"Life is a broken-winged bird" indicates that a life without dreams is like a bird with an injury that prevents flight. The single biggest distinction of birds is their ability to fly. Similarly the ability to dream is the biggest distinction of humans. Without our dreams we are as lost as a bird who has lost the gift of flight.

2.

Write six sentence on "The influence of culture on adolescents".

Answer: 

Adolescence is a stage of development, a period of transition between childhood and

adulthood. During this period, adolescents are influenced by different cultural norms stemming from

different attitudes toward values and norms in society. The norms may have an effect on the

adolescents' development in terns of individual identity and social behavour. Culture has a strong

influence on development, behaviour, values and beliefs of adolescents. Family rituals and good

communication have a positive effect on teens. Parents who instill positive cultural values and beliefs in

their children help raise their self-esteem and academic success

3.

Write six sentences on the importance of biodiversity for our livelihood.

Answer:

Biodiversity is a term used to describe the enormous variety of life on earth in all its forms and the

essential interactions among them. Biodiversity is important for our livelihood for many reasons.

Biodiversity provides humans with raw materials for consumption and production. Many livelihoods.

such as those of farmers, fishers and timber workers are dependent on biodiversity. Food production,

medicinal plants and also manufactured pharmaceuticals rely on biodiversity. As biodiversity boosts our

economic productivity, we must protect and preserve it for our livelihood.

4. What is a rhyme? Why do writers use rhyme in poems?

Answer: 

A rhyme is a repetition of similar sounding words, occurring at the end of lines in poems or

songs. A rhyme is used for the purpose of rendering a pleasing effect to a poem, which makes its recital 

enjoyable experience. Sometimes poets use rhymes to reinforce similarities between related concepts.

At times rhymes are used to link usually unrelated concepts to add complexity. Rhymes are also used to

make a poem memorable. Poets use rhymes to add special flair to their poems which in turn, showcase

their wit and humor.