Examination Study Notes: Literary Analysis and Creative Writing

Analysis of Literary Extract and Comprehension Task

This section pertains to an extract originating from a prescribed text, beginning with the line: "didn't know what it was all about, but i".

• Recounting the Revelation (Question 1a): This task requires a brief recount of the specific events or circumstances that prompt the speaker to make the revelation mentioned in the text. This analysis is worth $4\text{ marks}$.
• Character Trait Identification — Honesty (Question 1b): Candidates must identify exactly two specific expressions within the provided extract that reveal the character trait of honesty. This task is worth $4\text{ marks}$.
• Grammatical Transformation (Question 1c): This linguistic exercise requires the selection of two abstract nouns from the extract and their transformation into adverbs. This task is worth $2\text{ marks}$.
• Thematic Analysis (Question 1d): Candidates are instructed to identify and list any four distinct themes found within the provided literary extract. This task is worth $4\text{ marks}$.

Comparative Literature and Character Trait Analysis

• Discussion of Honesty (Question 2): This question requires an analysis of honesty as a character trait. Candidates must use any other two prescribed texts (different from the extract source) to discuss specific characters who exemplify this trait. The total value for this response is $6\text{ marks}$.

Literary Techniques and Narrative Devices

• The Use of Flashback (Question 3): This task involves demonstrating how writers employ the technique of flashback to reveal and develop themes. This discussion must be illustrated using examples from any three prescribed texts.

Philosophical and Social Themes in Prescribed Texts

• The Struggle of Life (Question 4): This question presents the viewpoint: "It is not worth the pain to struggle in life." Candidates are required to illustrate and discuss this specific perspective by drawing on examples from any three prescribed texts.
• Deception and Betrayal (Question 5): This section addresses the statement: "Deception and betrayal is a major concern of writers of the prescribed texts." Candidates must illustrate the validity of this statement through a detailed discussion using any three prescribed texts.

Examination Assessment Criteria and Instructions

• Answer Instructions: Candidates must answer ONE question only from the provided options.
• Mark Distribution for Responses:     * Content: $10\text{ marks}$     * Style: $8\text{ marks}$     * Accuracy: $2\text{ marks}$
• Total Marks for Creative Writing Section: $20\text{ marks}$
• Document Reference Code: GCE26/0730/2/BN

Section C: Creative Writing Prompts

This section presents two options for creative writing, where students must adhere to specific word counts and formats.

• Scenario 1: Counseling and Support:     * Context: You are feeling bored at home and decide to visit a friend on the neighboring street. A few meters from the house, you encounter a young girl, approximately $15\text{ years}$ of age, sitting under a mango tree. She is sobbing because she has been raped by her uncle.     * Task: Acting in the role of a counselor, provide the girl with the necessary advice regarding her condition.     * Constraints: The response must not exceed $250\text{ words}$.

• Scenario 2: Poetry and Appreciation:     * Context: You grew up as an orphan raised by your grandmother. You have since become a successful individual.     * Task: Write a poem expressing your deep love and appreciation for her.     * Constraints: The poem must consist of exactly four stanzas and must not exceed $250\text{ words}$.