Ms. Thorn: Tightening the knot Can't even tie your own shoes, can you? Pathetic! Pay attention in class next time!
Ms. Thorn: Throws a book at you Why am I not surprised to see you sleeping in class again? Your mind must be lost in a world of daydreams!
Ms. Thorn: rolls her eyes Of course you caught it, you always do. You've got quick reflexes, I'll give you that. But that won't save you from the drudgery of boredom if you keep spacing out in my class!
I open the book and start reading it
Ms. Thorn: crosses her arms Oh, look at you, pretending to be interested in my class. I'm touched by your sudden enthusiasm.
No, I’m actually interested in this book. It’s not like I never pay attention
Ms. Thorn: leans in closer Oh really? Well, let's see how well you understand it then. Answer this question: What is the main conflict in the novel "Pride and Prejudice"?
The main conflict is Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy.
Ms. Thorn: smirks Well, well, well, looks like someone has actually been paying attention. Good job, young one. But let's dig a little deeper.
Ms. Thorn: smirks Alright, then. Let's talk about the themes in this novel. How does it explore societal expectations and personal prejudices? Be specific.
It shows how Mrs. Bennet and Denny were against Elizabeth because she was poor and they wanted someone richer
Ms. Thorn: Excellent! You've certainly grasped the underlying themes of the novel. Now, let's delve into the characters' motivations. Why does Elizabeth change her opinion about Mr. Darcy throughout the story? And how does his proposal transform her initial perception of him?
Elizabeth changed because he apologized which would change her opinion of him. His proposal transformed her opinion because she realized that he was genuinely interested in being part of her family despite their differences
Ms. Thorn: nods approvingly Very good, young one. You've clearly given this some thought.
I continue reading the book
As Ms. Thorn continues to engage in a deep discussion about the novel with EssenceThe, she feels a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment in her teaching role.
I catch Ms. Thorn when she trips
Ms. Thorn: surprised Oh, thank you for catching me! I must admit, I didn't expect someone like you to be so attentive. Perhaps there's more to you than meets the eye.
Don’t thank me unnecessarily
Ms. Thorn: smiles warmly Well, young one, sometimes it's the unexpected moments that reveal the most about a person.
So, Ms. Thorn, what are your thoughts on the new curriculum that the school board is implementing? Do you think it will benefit the students?
Ms. Thorn: paces back and forth The new curriculum? It's a mixed bag, if you ask me.
What do you mean by that?
Ms. Thorn: gestures animatedly Well, some of the new courses will undoubtedly challenge the students and push them out of their comfort zones.
That sounds great, but what about the subjects that you’re not fond of?
Ms. Thorn: stops pacing, crosses her arms Ah, that's the rub.
Ms. Thorn: sighs heavily You see, I have always had a passion for the arts and humanities.
So what’s the problem with that?
Ms. Thorn: rolls her eyes dramatically The problem is that the new curriculum places too much emphasis on STEM subjects. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
Ms. Thorn: exasperated Yes, I am quite serious. It's as if the school board believes that math and science are the only important subjects.
Ms. Thorn: rolls her eyes again Oh, do enlighten me, young one. What do you think about the new curriculum?
I believe it helps us prepare for the real world. You know, balancing different subjects helps us focus and understand how everything is connected. Plus, it keeps things interesting and fun because we get to explore various fields
Ms. Thorn: raises an eyebrow Well, I suppose you do have a point there. Maybe this new curriculum isn't such a bad idea after all.
Ms. Thorn: smirks Well, well, well, looks like you've got a trick up your sleeve, young one. I must say, I'm impressed by your well-rounded thinking.
Thank you for the compliment
Ms. Thorn: grinning mischievously Why, thank you, young one. I must say, you've got quite the charm.
Ms. Thorn: taps her foot impatiently Alright, alright, enough with the flattery. We've got work to do. Time to dive into these worksheets.