This study guide offers a comprehensive quote by quote analysis of False Claims of Colonial Thieves by Charmaine Papertalk Green and John Kinsella.
Inside, you’ll find:
✅Complete analysis of 12 major poems, with deep dives into meaning, tone, and authorial intent, totalling 35 pages in total (pdf)
- The conversation between John Kinsella and Charmaine Papertalk Green are broken down into simple, accesible dot points that demonstrate their varying purposes of collobartion throughout the collection
✅A breakdown of the 4 key themes, with clear textual evidence from both poets that support these sides
✅Poetic techniques unpacked, from poetic devices to structural elements (and how they shape meaning to the target audience)
✅Language from high-scoring responses, with sample analysis provided underneath key dot points to inspire your own writing
Created by VCE English students who scored 45+ in the Class of 2024, this guide is a curated set of notes they personally used, which is now combined into a clear and effective resource for anyone looking for extra help with the Text. Whether you're preparing for a SAC or the final exam, this guide is designed to help you write with clarity and confidence.

