EHLF 200 DL Support Session 3 - Exam Preparation.(1)
Welcome to CHLF 200-DL - Support Session 3
Instructor: S. Brijmohun
Overview of exam preparation and structure.
Exam Structure Overview
Total Questions: 3
Maximum Marks: 150 (50 marks each)
Question 1: Unit 1 Poetry
Type: Choice Question
Marks: 50
Content: Analyze two children's poems with a common theme.
Sources: One poem from the course reader, one unseen poem.
Instructions: Reflect assessment standards from SF1, respond in 50-60 minutes.
Seen Poems for Analysis
Poems to review:
"I Hate Poems" - Susan Hamlyn
"My Shadow" - Robert Louis Stevenson
"First Day at School" - Roger McGough
"Don't Be Scared" - Carol Ann Duffy
"Divorce: A Spell to Prevent it" - Lindsay Macrae
"On the Ning Nang Nong" - Spike Milligan
"The Sea" - James Reeves
An unseen poem.
Poetry Analysis Method - SMILE Method
S: Structure
Number and development of stanzas.
Narrative perspective (1st or 3rd person).
Rhyme and rhythm.
M: Meaning
Describe the subject and overall meaning of the poem with evidence.
I: Imagery
Look for similes, metaphors, personification, and related images.
L: Language
Identify literary devices: repetition, alliteration, connotation, etc.
E: Emotion
Analyze emotions conveyed by the poet and tone/mood in verses.
Question 2: Unit 2 - Children's Literature
Type: Choice Question
Marks: 50
Content: Evaluate excerpts, illustrations, and arguments from prescribed texts.
Texts:
"Matilda" - Roald Dahl
Various picture books (excluding assessment texts).
Instructions: Address analytical questions within 50-60 minutes.
Prescribed Picture Books
List of Books:
"I Am Enough"
"To Be A Drum"
"Where the Wild Things Are"
"The Giving Tree"
"Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day"
"The Red Tree"
"Amazing Grace"
Question 3: Unit 3 Comparative Studies
Type: Compulsory Question
Marks: 50
Content: Write an essay on THE BOOK THIEF (Novel and Film).
Choose from two provided essay questions.
Must compare both the novel and the film effectively.
Essay Requirements for Question 3
Focus: Specific examples and detailed analysis.
Thesis Statement: Develop clear arguments in introduction, body, and conclusion.
Literary and Cinematic Conventions: Evaluate themes, characters, and visual/linguistic elements.
Marking Rubric: Ensure structure and logical flow in writing.
Essay Questions
Compare and contrast the portrayal of the Youth Choir in the novel and film.
Critically evaluate the message of "The Book Thief" and its representation in the film.
Tips for Approaching the Essay
Compare specific scenes, characters, or themes.
Explore three central themes:
Conscious vs Unconscious Resistance
Transformative Power of Reading and Writing
Beauty and Brutality of Humanity
Transformative Power of Reading and Writing
Connects characters and fosters empathy.
Art and music as extensions of these themes in the film.
Key characters: Liesel Meminger, Max Vandenburg, Hans Hubermann, Ilsa Hermann.
Medium Specificity vs. Fidelity Discourse
Fidelity Discourse: Evaluates adaptations based on loyalty to original texts.
Medium Specificity: Evaluates texts based on their unique qualities and artistic merits.
Essay Writing Guidelines
Introduction: Introduce main arguments and position statement.
Body Paragraphs:
Develop topic sentences, providing specific examples.
Explore arguments deeply without retelling plot.
Conclusion: Summarize key arguments and their implications.
Final Reflections
Compare themes, core scenes, motifs, and character portrayals from both novel and film.
Key examples include thematic explorations and character developments.
Exam Preparation Tips
Manage time effectively; choose either:
Questions 1 & 3
OR Questions 2 & 3
Use mark allocations to guide response lengths.
Closing Note
Wishing success in exams; preparation is key to achieving desired outcomes!