English Language

→ first read through carefully both texts

→ section one: 1 hour 30 minutes

→ section 2: 1 hour

question one paper one

find and briefly explain

question two

identify and prove similarities (or differences)

write three paragraphs, each with a different similarity

also use a short quote from each text in each paragraph

question three

language techniques:

  • zoom in on key words

  • connotations of key words

  • similes

  • metaphor

  • symbolism

  • imagery

  • tone?

structure techniques:

  • contrast

  • repetition

  • foreshadowing

  • listing

analyse language and structure and how it is used to create effects on the reader

→ keep an eye out for which text and if there are specified lines

example: how does the author use language and structure to show their feelings about the environment

explain language and structure and how this shows feelings about the environment

ANALYSE:

zoom in on individual words, phrases, structure points and what that does

question four

definitely write a plan for this question

compare and evaluate the two texts

for example: how far do you agree that both texts have a positive view of the environment

include quotes from both and write an essay - include at least three points of comparison and three different ways the texts do or do not agree

section B

answer one of the two questions, it will be an example of non-fiction writing

diary entry, speech, newspaper, etc.

tailor your writing for the audience as well as the purpose of the speech


question one paper two

the same as above

question two

analyse language and structure of one of the texts

very similar to question three but shorter/briefer

question three

same as above

question four

same as above

section B

short story, description or autobiographical writing