In this video, the speaker discusses the different reasons why people lie, ranging from small white lies to larger lies that are meant to enhance one's image. They also mention that people are not always good at detecting lies and that...

This video unpacks hyperbole, a figure of speech that uses intentional exaggeration for emphasis or humor. It demonstrates hyperbole's widespread use in literature, referencing works by Mark Twain and Lewis Carroll, and includes an...

This is the second video lesson on literary devices. Mr. P. has published another video on literary devices on metaphors, simile, personification and onomatopoeia. In this video lesson, Mr. P. will discuss alliteration, imagery,...

Today you’ll find out how to use hyperbole with the adverb “catastrophically” on the IELTS exam.

Learn how to write the equation of hyperbolas given the characteristics of the hyperbolas. The standard form of the equation of a hyperbola is of the form: (x - h)^2 / a^2 - (y - k)^2 / b^2 = 1 for horizontal hyperbola or (y - k)^2 / a^2...

This video explores figurative language's role in writing, focusing on metaphors, similes, allusions, personification, and hyperbole. It highlights how these devices enhance understanding and persuasion, using examples and interactive...

What makes a marriage last? And what must we give up to grow up? In Mrs Dalloway, Woolf explores the personal and social dimensions of marriage in the 1920s. The question is: have things changed much in the 21st century? Join us for a...

Do you have a dark side? Robert Louis Stevenson did. He was fascinated by the idea of human duality, and the lengths to which people will go to hide their darker selves. Join us for a detailed analysis of the theme of Duality in The...

In this video, the speaker discusses the different reasons why people lie and the various conditions that may lead to lying. They explore both small lies, such as white lies to spare someone's feelings, and larger lies, like exaggerating...

In this video, you will learn about the difference between “var” and “let” in JavaScript, which are two ways to declare variables. You will explore how these keywords behave in different contexts and learn about the scoping...

SchoolOnline's Secondary English videos are brilliant, bite-size tutorial videos delivered by examiners. Ideal for ages 13-17, they cover every key skill in English Reading and Writing that students need to master in clear and easy to...

Unpredictable personalities, delicate egos, and poor anger management are a recipe for disaster. Who can step in as a role model? In Of Mice and Men, John Steinbeck shows us what can happen when misunderstandings and tensions occur...

Pupil outcome: I can identify how the pigs use rhetoric to control the other animals. Key learning points: - All the pigs use rhetoric to present their messages to the masses. - Whilst all the pigs use rhetoric, they do so in different...

This video explores the literary concepts of parody and spoof, two forms of humorous imitation with distinct characteristics.

Pupil outcome: I can identify and use a range of technique for creating humour. Key learning points: - When we satirise something, we use humour to criticise it. - Humorous writing involves carefully deploying specific writing...

In this video, the teacher explains the use of figurative language in writing, focusing on five key tools: metaphor, simile, allusion, personification, and hyperbole. Through examples and explanations, the teacher helps students...

Pupil outcome: I can generate precise vocabulary for a diary entry based on ‘Into the Forest’. Key learning points: - A diary entry recounts experiences chronologically and expresses emotions, thoughts and feelings. - Exaggeration is...

Learn how to write the equation of hyperbolas given the characteristics of the hyperbolas. The standard form of the equation of a hyperbola is of the form: (x - h)^2 / a^2 - (y - k)^2 / b^2 = 1 for horizontal hyperbola or (y - k)^2 / a^2...

Pupil outcome: I can identify and use a range of effective linguistic devices in an article. Key learning points: - When writing an article, you should use a range of literary devices to engage the reader. - Some examples of literary...

The Elements of Poetry - Figurative language, meter and rhyme, simile, and metaphor . these are a few of the many topics explored in this lively video tour through the genre of poetry. Other elements illustrated in the program include:...

Caterpillars shed their skin at least four times before they become butterflies. To fuel this transformation, they need to eat constantly – and they certainly do. From the Series: Secrets of Wild Australia: Bugs and