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Lazarus
The story of Lazarus of Bethany, as I have recently been told, is the climactic story which demonstrates the power of the Jesus as he overcomes man's biggest fear and truest enemy, death. After four days, Lazarus is brought back to life in a demonstration of Jesus' almighty force, like his father before him. The name is a … Continue reading Lazarus
A Day in the Life of a Plantation Mistress
For a seminar coming up in the next two weeks, we have been tasked with writing through the eyes of somebody involved with slavery. As I imagine the role of the plantation mistress will be largely overlooked by those eager to write as slaves or masters, I took it upon myself to complete the task. … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Plantation Mistress
Teaching and Learning Ideas
As I prepare to apply for a PGCE course this October, I am spending a lot of my time watching history teachers bring different periods to life. I have noticed a considerable leaning towards bureaucracy that many teachers have long complained about, but I still find it absolutely fascinating the way in which a class … Continue reading Teaching and Learning Ideas
The Vagrant
TASK: Produce a monologue. You must choose one of the crimes that we have been studying and produce a monologue explaining your life as a criminal as if you are the criminal (first person). Explain what crime and why you committed it, how you were treated by the public and how you were or will … Continue reading The Vagrant
Voltaire
I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it. - Voltaire
Quite possibly the worst joke yet…
Who invented fractions? Henry the 1/8th
Renoir, why did you become an Impressionist?
I did it for the Monet
Who was the biggest jokester in George Washington’s army?
Laughayette
The Historian's Apprentice 