Tom Brennan- 1. How do the positive and negative consequences of different experiences impact on the lives of the individuals in the texts you have studied? In your response make detailed reference to your prescribed text and ONE other related text of your own choosing. Positive consequence Negative consequence “Into the world” Quotes Going out into the world creates many different experiences that can consequently impact the lives of the individuals. The experience can be both positive
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Module C – Into the World ‘The Story of Tom Brennan’ & ‘The Door’ (related text) The different pathways used by an individual when moving “into the world” are always framed by the societal context in which they exist. These pathways provide opportunities for the protagonist to experience a wide variety of growth and change. The process of moving away from the past and entering a new world is a complex one that involves sacrifice‚ change and a sense of unknown. The protagonist can be both willing
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In the story of Tom Brennan many individulas venture into new experiences but coming across new experices you may have to encounter obstacles. In the end its all worth it because you may also gain significant rewards. New phases and experiences in life are exciting for all individuals. in the story of tom brennan‚ this idea of new phases is common throughout the book. Tom’s adolescence is a time of great accomplishment and pain‚ as he is horrifyed by the accident that is brother Daniel was involved
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Into the World Into the world explores the aspects of growth‚ transition and a broader world. Through personal experiences‚ people are able to learn‚ grow or change as an individual. Barriers and obstacles determine how an individual can change or grow by responding to the situation. The novel ‘The Story of Tom Brennan’ by J.C Burke explores the ways how individuals grow when they are taken out of their comfort and venture into new experiences. The novel ‘The Story of Tom Brennan’ by J.C Burke
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journey which results in a change of attitudes. We can see that both Tom and Kylie from the novel ‘The Story of Tom Brennan’ experience a change of attitudes through forming new relationships. Tom’s attitude changes from having a negative perspective of the world to a positive one after he meets Chrissy as helps him emotionally to move on from the accident. This positive relationship between Tom and Chrissy is evident when Tom says “you helped me find my old self”. (technique) This effect has...
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The Story of Tom Brennan was on Tom’s journey out of the darkness which engulfed him after the tragic road accident. After Daniel Brennan crashed his blue ford falcon into a tree‚ killing two and injuring another‚ Tom’s world spun into a darkness he couldn’t explain. The feelings of rage and desperation or normal life consumed him. The Story of Tom Brennan is all about dark and light‚ the things that turn us dark and the things that can turn us back into the light. Focusing on Tom after the accident
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Date: Friday the 22nd of March 2013 By: Mikhalla Arthur Words: 1‚012 Teacher: Miss Long The Story of Tom Brennan Topic: You cannot alter the past. Only when individuals move on can they achieve happiness. Discuss this in relation to your understanding of The Story of Tom Brennan. The Story of Tom Brennan by J.C Burke is an honest novel‚ which follows a young man’s struggle to accept his past in order to move on. The car crash changed all the characters’ lives but taught them to become stronger
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obstacles‚ but may also experience personal growth.” ‘Into the World’ is can be defined as aspects of growing up and transitions into new phases of an individual’s life. It can mean transitioning naturally‚ or change being thrust upon a person. In either case‚ any individual venturing into new experiences will encounter obstacles‚ but they will also experience personal growth. This is evident in the prescribed text‚ The Story of Tom Brennan by JC Burke‚ as well as my chosen text‚ I Was Only 19 by Redgum
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CHAPTER SUMMARIES Prologue The Brennan family silently drive away from Mumbilli in the early hours of the morning. Although they were once respected in the town‚ they must depart quietly so that they could leave without fear of abuse from some of the town members who are angry with the family because of the irresponsible action of eldest son Daniel Brennan. There is no doubt that as a family they are feeling ashamed and anguished. ‘In a couple of hours they would wake and find us gone‚ far
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The Story of Tom Brennan: J C Bourke Main Character: Tom Brennan Issues/ conflicts Character qualities Mother’s illness Evidence/ incident p/3 ‘Since Daniel had gone‚ Mum hadn’t eaten at the table once.’ p/11 ‘Mum’s bent head revealed grey roots bleeding into her dark hair.’ p/49 ‘Maybe dad was telling the truth ... maybe she was waiting to hear how my first day went. .. How could she under all those covers?’ p/83 I could see Mum sitting on the bed probably planning her 25th attempt at coming
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