A
What source does Question 1 focus on?
The answer is always found in Source A.
What must students identify in Question 2?
Similarities or differences.
How many marks is Question 2 worth and how long should you spend on it?
Question 2 is worth 8 marks and you should spend around 10 minutes on it.
Which sources must be used in Question 4?
Both sources.
How many marks is Question 1 worth?
AND
How many minutes should you spend on it?
Question 1 is worth 4 marks and should take no more than 5 minutes.
How would your approach to Question 5 change depending on whether you're asked for a letter, speech or article?
It shouldn't change!
What are your Question 2 sentence starters?
In Source A, one thing we learn about ………………….. is …………………..[embed a quotation]
This not only implies that………………..
It could also suggest………………
In contrast, in Source B we learn that ………………[embed a quotation]
This implies that………………….
Furthermore, it suggests that…………………….
What are your Question 3 sentence starters?
A sense of [insert adjective describing tone] permeates the source.
For example, the writer describes [insert quotation that proves adjective]
In other words…………………………. because……………………………………..
Here, the use of the word / method “…………” suggests……………………………..
This is reinforced through the description of [insert quotation] which implies that……………………………………
Specifically, the word “…………………..” suggests…………………..…
What are your Question 4 sentence starters?
Initially / Ultimately in Source A, the writer shows they feel ……………………. about the ……………..
This is seen when……………………
This suggests that………………………
Here, the use of the …………………… suggests…………………………
In contrast, in Source B the writer shows they feel ……………………….
This is seen when……………………………….
This suggests that……………………..
Here, the use of the …………………… suggests……………………..
What structure should our answer to Question 5 follow?
- Apocalyptic
- Anecdote
- Authority
- Argument
- Optional - Attach the other argument
- Call to Action
What does Question 3 ask you to do and how many minutes should you spend on it?
Language analysis
2 paragraphs
15 minutes
What does Question 4 ask you to do and how many marks is it worth?
Comparison of the writers feelings
16 marks
20 minutes
2 paragraphs
What are your sentence starters for the first paragraph of Question 5?
Imagine a world where ………………..
Imagine a world where……………………………
Imagine a world where…………………………………. (x3)
Unfortunately, this is not an apocryphal tale; it is our reality. In short, I believe .......................................................
What tone should your Question 5 be written in?
Dramatic!
Why would the following response to Question 2 stay in the lower levels?
"Writer A says the weather was bad. Writer B says it was hot."
It only retrieves information. It does not infer, explain or compare meaningfully.
What should every analytical paragraph contain?
A quotation
A method
Analysis of it's effect (impact on the reader, atmosphere, what we learn about the subject)
Why is this a higher level response to Question 3?
"The word 'ravaged' suggests complete destruction, implying nature violently attacks the landscape and creates a sense of fear for the reader."
It explores connotations, writer's intentions and the effect on the reader.
For Question 5, why would this response struggle to move beyond a Grade 5/6?
"A student writes five paragraphs that all repeat the same argument."
The argument lacks development, variety and sophistication.
Why would the comment "The writer uses an adjective" gain very few marks?
It identifies a method but does not analyse its meaning, effect or purpose.
The writer describes the sea as "ravenous." What are the connotations of this word?
Hungry, predatory, dangerous, uncontrollable, consuming, animalistic, threatening.
The writer describes the city as "decaying." What ideas does this create?
Death, neglect, decline, abandonment, poverty, loss of former glory.
The writer refers to a crowd as "swarming." What does this suggest?
Insects, lack of individuality, chaos, overwhelming movement, discomfort.
The writer describes the building as "towering." Why might this be effective?
Suggests power, dominance, intimidation, superiority, awe.
The writer describes the forest as "ancient." What ideas might this convey?
Wisdom, mystery, timelessness, history, power beyond humans.
Writer A describes a journey as "exciting" while Writer B describes a journey as "exhausting." What is the key difference in perspective?
Writer A views the experience positively and enthusiastically, whereas Writer B views it negatively and as a challenge.