Young and Dyslexic

• Who is the author of "Young and Dyslexic, You've Got It Going On"?

  Benjamin Zephaniah
• What does the title suggest about the intended audience?

  It targets young dyslexic individuals
• How does the author aim to relate to young people in the text?

  By using informal and encouraging language
• What tone does Zephaniah convey about being dyslexic in his writing?

  Encouraging and positive
• What personal experience does Zephaniah share about his childhood?

  He suffered but learned to use dyslexia creatively
• What literary device does Zephaniah use to evoke sympathy?

  Emotive language
• What does the phrase "We Are The Architects, we are the designers" imply?

  Dyslexics can be creative and skilled
• What does the use of the collective pronoun "we" signify in the text?

  It creates a sense of unity among dyslexics
• What does Zephaniah say about the education system in his generation?

  It lacked compassion and understanding
• How does Zephaniah describe his feelings towards teachers from his past?

  He does not feel angry towards them
• What does the phrase "the past is a different kind of country" suggest?

  Conditions have improved since then
• What anecdote does Zephaniah share about his thoughts on sleep?

  He questioned the efficiency of sleep design
• How does the teacher's response to Zephaniah's idea reflect the education system?

  It exemplifies the harshness of the system
• What does Zephaniah highlight about the contrast between his and the teacher's views?

  He focuses on good, while the teacher focuses on bad
• What does Zephaniah reveal about his experiences with racism in school?

  He faced stereotypes due to his race
• What does Zephaniah express about his potential as a child?

  He had poems in his head but struggled to write
• How did Zephaniah's sister assist him with his writing?

  She wrote down his poems for him
• What does Zephaniah say about his reading ability at age 13?

  He could read very basically with difficulty
• What does Zephaniah admit about his behavior in school?

  He was expelled for arguing and fighting
• How does Zephaniah's honesty about his behavior affect the reader's perception?

  It makes him more trustworthy and relatable
• What action did Zephaniah take against a teacher he disliked?

  He stole the teacher's car
• How does Zephaniah's introduction of a serious crime affect the narrative?

  It contrasts with his previous actions
• What does Zephaniah observe about people he didn't want to emulate?

  He learned to make better choices
• What statistics does Zephaniah mention regarding dyslexics?

  A high percentage are in prison or architects
• What does Zephaniah imply about the choices dyslexics make?

  Choices can lead to different life paths
• What does Zephaniah attribute to his success despite challenges?

  Conquering fears and finding his path
• How does Zephaniah view his intelligence compared to others in prison?

  He sees similarities in intelligence and qualities
• What does Zephaniah say about self-belief?

  It is crucial for success
• How did Zephaniah's first book gain popularity?

  It resonated with the black community
• What does Zephaniah mean by "I wrote with love"?

  His poems were heartfelt and relatable
• How did people perceive Zephaniah's poems?

  They thought he wrote phonetically
• What are the key themes in "Young and Dyslexic, You've Got It Going On"?

  • Overcoming challenges of dyslexia
  • The importance of self-belief
  • The contrast between negative and positive experiences
  • The potential for creativity in dyslexics
  • The impact of education on personal growth
• What literary techniques does Zephaniah use to convey his message?

  • Anecdotes to share personal experiences
  • Emotive language to evoke sympathy
  • Dialogue to illustrate interactions
  • Parallel structure to emphasize creativity
  • Statistics to highlight contrasts in outcomes
• How does Zephaniah's narrative structure enhance the message?

  • Personal anecdotes create relatability
  • Contrast between past and present offers hope
  • Use of dialogue adds authenticity
  • Emphasis on self-belief inspires readers
  • Statistics provide a broader context
• What tone does the author suggest is necessary for success?

  A confident and defiant tone
• Who wrote down the author's poems?

  His girlfriend
• How did the author's poems resonate with the black community?

  They used colloquialisms relatable to them
• What does the phrase "I wrote with love" imply about the author's writing style?

  It suggests emotional connection and relatability
• What did the author learn about himself at 21?

  He was dyslexic
• What humorous misunderstanding did the author have about dyslexia?

  He thought he needed an operation