Die vorliegende Arbeit ist eine Zusammenfassung der wichtigsten landeskundlichen Themen für das Abitur im Fach Englisch. Zielgruppe sind sowohl Englisch-Grundkursler auch als Englisch-Leistungskursler. Lernenden wird eine umfassende Wissensbasis zur Verfügung gestellt, ohne von der Menge an Daten "erschlagen" zu werden.
Aus dem Inhalt:
- American and British Traditions and Visions
- Shakespeare
- Globalization
- Science and Ethics
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1. American Traditions and Visions - The American Dream
- 1.1. The American Dream
- 1.1.1. Definition
- 1.1.2. Quotations
- 1.2. The American Dream Then and Now
- 1.2.1. Then
- 1.2.2. Now
- 1.3. American Nightmare Visions
- 1.4. Does the American Dream come true - NOW?
- 1.5. Historical landmarks of the American Dream
- 1.6. Important Documents
- 1.6.1. Bill of Rights
- 1.6.2. Declaration of Independence
- 1.7. Incidental Matters
- 1.7.1. Manifest Destiny
- 1.7.2. The Frontier
- 1.7.3. The Puritans
- 1.7.4. The New Canaan
- 1.7.5. Statue of Liberty
- 1.1. The American Dream
- 2. British Traditions and Visions
- 2.1. History
- 2.2. From Empire to Commonwealth
- 2.2.1. Empire
- 2.2.2. Dissolution of Empire
- 2.2.3. The Commonwealth
- 2.3. The political system in Great Britain
- 2.3.1. The monarchy
- 2.3.2. Main political Parties
- 2.3.3. The Parliament
- 2.4. Britain and the EU
- 2.4.1. Facts
- 2.4.2. Arguments of the Eurosceptics and in favour of the European Union
- 3. Post-colonialism and Migration
- 3.1. India important facts
- 3.2. India's present situation
- 3.3. Indian history
- 3.3.1. British Empire
- 3.3.2. Partition (India and Pakistan)
- 3.4. Migration
- 3.4.1. Immigration to England
- 3.4.2. Reasons for immigration
- 3.4.3. Migration today
- 3.5. Caste System
- 3.6. Arranged marriage
- 4. Globalization - Global Challenges
- 4.1. Definition
- 4.2. Keywords
- 4.3. Types of globalization
- 4.4. Economic and cultural Issues
- 4.5. Eras of globalization
- 4.6. Trigger and Promoter of the globalization
- 4.7. Pros and Cons of globalization
- 4.8. Global warming and its consequences
- 4.8.1. Global warming
- 4.8.2. Consequences of global warming
- 4.9. How to slow the climate change measures
- 4.10. Some alternative/renewable energies
- 4.11. The Kyoto Protocol
- 4.12. International peacekeeping at the turn of the century
- 4.12.1. The United States
- 4.12.2. The United Nations
- 4.12.3. International peacekeeping
- 5. Shakespeare
- 5.1. William Shakespeare
- 5.2. Elizabethan Age
- 5.2.1. Politics and economics
- 5.2.2. Culture
- 5.3. The Great Chain of Being
- 5.4. Elizabethan Theatre
- 5.4.1. Theatres
- 5.4.2. Common complaints about the theatre
- 5.5. Shakespeare's Language
- 5.6. Renaissance
- 5.7. Relevance to modern audience
- 6. Science and Ethics
- 6.1. Genetic engineering in general
- 6.1.1. Definition
- 6.1.2. Stem cells
- 6.1.3. Pros and Cons
- 6.2. Genetically modified food (GM food)
- 6.2.1. General information
- 6.2.2. Pros and Cons
- 6.3. Cloning
- 6.3.1. General information
- 6.3.2. Therapeutic Cloning
- 6.3.3. Reproductive Cloning
- 6.3.4. DNA-Cloning
- 6.4. Designer baby
- 6.4.1. General information
- 6.4.2. Pros and Cons
- 6.5. Glossary
- 6.5.1. Reprogenetics
- 6.5.2. Sex selection
- 6.5.3. Human cloning
- 6.5.4. In vitro fertilization
- 6.1. Genetic engineering in general
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text aims to provide an overview of various topics related to American and British traditions, post-colonialism in India, globalization, and the ethical considerations surrounding scientific advancements. It explores the evolution and modern interpretations of the American Dream, examines the political and social landscapes of Great Britain, and delves into the complexities of globalization and its impact on the world.
- The American Dream and its evolution
- British traditions and its political systems
- Post-colonialism and migration from India
- The multifaceted aspects of globalization
- Ethical implications of genetic engineering and related technologies
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
1. American Traditions and Visions - The American Dream: This chapter explores the multifaceted concept of the "American Dream," examining its historical evolution and its contemporary relevance. It starts by defining the American Dream, using James Truslow Adams' definition as a foundation, and explores various interpretations through historical context and quotes. It then contrasts the "American Dream" of the past with the present, acknowledging the criticisms and complexities surrounding the ideal of a classless society with equal opportunity for all. The chapter also presents contrasting visions, depicting the "American Nightmare" through the lens of social issues like healthcare, economic disparities and racial inequality.
2. British Traditions and Visions: This chapter delves into the rich history and current political structure of Great Britain. It traces the transformation from a vast empire to a commonwealth, analyzing the historical events that led to this shift in political and geographical power. The chapter then provides a detailed overview of the British political system, focusing on the monarchy, major political parties, and the structure and function of Parliament. It also touches upon the complex relationship between Great Britain and the European Union, addressing both arguments for and against the EU membership.
3. Post-colonialism and Migration: This chapter focuses on post-colonial India, analyzing its historical context, current situation and migration patterns. It discusses the impact of British colonial rule on India's social, political, and economic landscape. It further explores the partition of India and Pakistan and its long-term consequences. A significant part of the chapter focuses on migration from India to England, exploring the reasons behind this movement and examining its present-day implications. The chapter also touches upon aspects of Indian society such as the caste system and arranged marriages.
4. Globalization - Global Challenges: This chapter examines globalization, its various forms, its historical context and impact. It defines globalization, outlines its key characteristics, and details its economic and cultural implications. The chapter discusses both the advantages and disadvantages of globalization, highlighting its complexities and uneven distribution of benefits and costs. A significant portion is dedicated to global warming and its consequences, providing a comprehensive overview of climate change measures and alternative energy sources, including references to the Kyoto Protocol. The chapter also looks at the role of international peacekeeping at the turn of the century, focusing on the actions and roles of the United States and the United Nations.
5. Shakespeare: This chapter offers a comprehensive overview of William Shakespeare's life and works within the context of the Elizabethan era. It explores the political and cultural climate of Elizabethan England, highlighting the societal norms and beliefs that influenced Shakespeare’s writing. The chapter provides insights into the structure and function of Elizabethan theatres, analyzing common audience complaints and their historical significance. Furthermore, it delves into Shakespeare’s unique language, style, and dramatic techniques within the broader context of the Renaissance. Finally, it examines the enduring relevance of Shakespeare's works to a modern audience.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
American Dream, British political system, Post-colonial India, Globalization, Global warming, Genetic engineering, Ethical considerations, Migration, Multiculturalism, Shakespeare, Elizabethan era.
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What is the focus of this text?
This text provides a comprehensive overview of various topics, including American and British traditions, post-colonialism in India, globalization, and the ethical considerations surrounding scientific advancements. It explores the evolution and modern interpretations of the American Dream, examines the political and social landscapes of Great Britain, delves into the complexities of globalization and its impact on the world, and discusses the ethical implications of genetic engineering and related technologies.
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The key themes include: the American Dream and its evolution; British traditions and its political systems; post-colonialism and migration from India; the multifaceted aspects of globalization; and the ethical implications of genetic engineering and related technologies. Specific sub-themes within these areas are extensively covered.
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This section delves into the definition and evolution of the American Dream, comparing its historical context to its modern interpretation. It explores contrasting visions, including the "American Nightmare," and examines important historical documents such as the Bill of Rights and the Declaration of Independence. Related concepts like Manifest Destiny, the Frontier, and the Puritans are also discussed.
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This chapter traces the transformation of Great Britain from a vast empire to a commonwealth, detailing the historical events leading to this change. It provides a detailed overview of the British political system, including the monarchy, main political parties, and Parliament. The relationship between Great Britain and the European Union is also examined.
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The focus is on post-colonial India, examining its historical context, present situation, and migration patterns. It explores the impact of British colonial rule, the partition of India and Pakistan, and migration from India to England. Additionally, it touches upon the caste system and arranged marriages in India.
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The chapter on globalization examines its various forms, historical context, and impact. It discusses its economic and cultural implications, both advantages and disadvantages. A significant portion is dedicated to global warming and its consequences, along with climate change measures and alternative energy sources. International peacekeeping at the turn of the century is also addressed.
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This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of William Shakespeare's life and works within the Elizabethan era. It explores the political and cultural climate of Elizabethan England, the structure and function of Elizabethan theaters, Shakespeare's unique language and dramatic techniques, and the enduring relevance of his works to a modern audience.
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- Anonym (Author), 2016, Landeskundliche Themen für das Abitur im Fach Englisch. Eine Lernzusammenfassung in Stichpunkten, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/320642
