The Censors by Luisa Valenzuela March 09
"The Censors" ✂️ by Luisa Valenzuela March 09
Learning objective: Students will analyze the historical context of Argentina's "Dirty War" and make predictions about how censorship affects individual choices.
AERO Standards: RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.6, RI.9-10.3
Lesson duration is: 30 minItems in this lesson
"The Censors" ✂️ by Luisa Valenzuela March 09
Learning objective: Students will analyze the historical context of Argentina's "Dirty War" and make predictions about how censorship affects individual choices.
AERO Standards: RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.6, RI.9-10.3
What comes to your mind when you see the word censorship?
What Is a Censor?
Activity Type: Text + Image
Text:
Censor (noun): A person who examines books, letters, films, or other materials and removes or blocks anything considered "harmful," "offensive," or "dangerous."
Censorship (noun): The practice of officially examining and suppressing information.
Censor (verb): To examine and remove material.
(person) The censor read every letter.
Noun (practice) Censorship limits free speech.
VerbThe government will censor the news.
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A censor is a person who examines letters, messages, or publications and removes information considered sensitive or dangerous. The practice of blocking or removing such information is called censorship. For example, during wartime, a censor might remove details about military locations, troop movements, or defense plans so that enemies cannot use that information. Sometimes governments also censor the news by limiting reports about security issues, violent incidents, or confidential investigations to prevent panic or protect national safety. In other cases, certain personal information, offensive language, or harmful rumors may be censored to protect individuals and maintain respectful communication. When the government censors information, the goal is often to control what becomes public in order to protect safety, privacy, or social stability.
What Gets Censored?
Why?
What gets censored? Why?
Scenario: A student writes a critical article about the school's new dress code in the school newspaper. The principal removes the article before printing.
Is this censorship?
✅ Yes, absolutely
❌ No, not really
🤔 It depends on the situation
📢 The student should have the right to speak
Vocabulary in Context
Instructions: Read each sentence. Use the clues to guess what the bold word means.
The judge was known for his irreproachable character; he was so honest and fair that no one could criticize his behavior.
The team won the championship, albeit after a very difficult game that almost ended in defeat.
He offered to help organize the event, but some people suspected he had an ulterior motive, perhaps wanting attention or credit.
The comedian’s jokes seemed funny on the surface, but they were actually subversive, quietly challenging authority and traditional ideas.
Which word describes ideas that challenge authority or the normal system?
Which word refers to a hidden reason or secret motive?
Which word describes someone whose behavior is beyond criticism?
Which word means “although” or “even though” something is true?
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irreproachable
Meaning: Morally perfect or beyond criticism.
Explanation: If someone is irreproachable, their behavior is so honest and good that no one can blame or question them.
albeit
Meaning: Although; even though.
Explanation: This word is used to introduce a contrast, showing that something is true despite another condition.
ulterior
Meaning: Hidden or secret, especially when describing motives.
Explanation: An ulterior motive is a real reason for doing something that someone is trying to keep secret.
subversive
Meaning: Intended to challenge or weaken authority, rules, or traditions.
Explanation: Subversive ideas or actions quietly question or undermine the established system.
