Category: Critical Reflection

”Propaganda is indifferent to truth and truthfulness, knowledge, and understanding; it is a form of strategic communication that uses any means to accomplish its ends” -Walter Cunningham Propaganda is primarily used in today’s newspapers, television, and most common social media. However, propaganda has been used in the past at major historical events, such as WW1.…

In my life, I have been exposed to a constant factor called change, and have witnessed its inevitability in various situations. Becoming aware of the necessity of change in life has been challenging to me until I realized that change is a driver of progress. A significant milestone that enlightened me to desire to be…

After reading the novel, The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison, I believe that the author’s intended message is to express the effects of imposing whiteness as an ideal beauty standard on black people. At the beginning of the book, Pecola Breedlove, a young black girl has a deep desire to obtain blue eyes to feel…

In this present-day world, the moralities of the lifestyles had been long passed away. People commenced staying like animals, barring morality or etiquette. So, we must assume the importance of honesty today. Generally, humans say that honesty is high-quality coverage in life. If we want to succeed in life, we must be honest and straightforward.…

Intro The themes of racism, gender inequality and social influence is explored in the novel The Help written by Kathryn Stockett and the film Forrest Gump directed by Robert Zemeckis. Stockett explores the idea of a social influence on a narrow minded society through the three main protagonists Aibileen, Skeeter, and Minny who take turns…

When I first entered university, I was well aware of how I was the minority in school. Here I was at age 27 in my first year of university among my peers in the 19-21 age range. Add to the fact that I was a private A-level candidate in a sea of students coming from…

What is an educated person? An attempt to answer this question was made by Alan Simpson in his essay ‘The Marks of an Educated Man’. According to him, there are different marks of an educated man. It varies from person to person and from generation to generation. The term ‘educated’ can have a different meaning…

Introduction: Junot Díaz’s short story “How to Date a Browngirl, Blackgirl, Whitegirl or Halfie” offers a poignant and satirical exploration of stereotypes, race, and identity in the context of dating. Through the voice of an anonymous narrator, Díaz presents a critical examination of cultural expectations, internalized biases, and the complexities of interracial relationships. This essay…

Introduction: William Shakespeare’s comedy play ‘Twelfth Night’ features the character of Feste, a witty and wise fool. Feste’s songs throughout the play serve multiple purposes, including entertainment, thematic reinforcement, and character development. This critical analysis will explore the significance of Feste’s songs in ‘Twelfth Night’ and their contribution to the overall meaning and enjoyment of…

Introduction: Shakespeare’s play Julius Caesar follows the dramatic events surrounding the assassination of the Roman dictator and its aftermath. The play’s timeline plays a crucial role in shaping the narrative, building tension, and highlighting the consequences of political ambition and betrayal. This essay critically examines the timeline of events in Julius Caesar, exploring its significance…