But is it really necessary, in 1947, to teach children to use expressions like 'native' and 'Chinaman'?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Orwell questions the necessity of using racially charged terms like 'native' and 'Chinaman' in 1947 education.
- In plain terms
- He asks why children still need to learn offensive racial labels in the modern era.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid teaching outdated and offensive racial terminology to children.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What terms should replace offensive labels?
- How does language shape children's views?
Another view
The quote does not specify which terms are acceptable replacements.
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