Rebellion Classes

  Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom This chapter is not only a biography . It is a political philosophy, a moral lesson, and a reflection on freedom. Most students think: "Mandela became President." But the real chapter is about: What is freedom? What does oppression do to both the oppressed and the oppressor? Why is courage not the absence of fear? 1. STORY IN SHORT Date: 10 May 1994 Place: Pretoria, South Africa Mandela is being sworn in as the first Black President of South Africa. The ceremony marks the end of: Apartheid Racial discrimination White minority rule Mandela recalls: The long struggle for freedom The sacrifices of thousands The courage of ordinary people He explains: Meaning of courage Meaning of freedom Meaning of human dignity The chapter ends with his belief that: Both the oppressed and the oppressor need liberation. 2. CHARACTERS Nelson Mandela Positive Traits Courageous Visionary Forgiving Determined Humble Selfless Examiner Focus Leadership Courage Sa...

  Life Processes What Are Life Processes? What is Life? We can easily say that a dog, a cow, a human, or a plant is alive. But how do we know that something is alive? Many people think that movement is the sign of life . For example: A dog runs. A cow chews food. A human walks and talks. But this idea is not completely correct. Why is Movement Not a Perfect Sign of Life? Example 1: Sleeping Person A sleeping person may not show any visible movement. Is he dead? No. He is still alive. Example 2: Plants Plants do not walk or run. Still, they are living organisms because they grow and perform many activities inside their cells. Conclusion Visible movement alone cannot be used to define life. What is the Real Sign of Life? The real sign of life is the presence of continuous internal activities . Even when we are sleeping: Our heart keeps beating. Our lungs keep breathing. Dig...