Scottish Text Final Question – Structure 2 marks can be earned by identifying areas of commonality – things the focus poem has in common with Duffy’s other poems. 2 marks can be awarded for analysis of the focus poem which supports your answer to a). 6 marks can be awarded for your analysis of the other poems which supports your answer to a).

Final Question – Structure a) 2 marks can be earned by identifying areas of commonality – things the focus poem has in common with Duffy’s other poems. Make two clear points about the areas of commonality between the poem you are given and Duffy’s other work. Don’t just rephrase the question. Be specific in your identification of areas of commonality. Both poems use imagery to convey the speakers attitude to romantic love. In “Havisham”, the imagery conveys the speaker’s hatred towards her ex-lover and desire for vengeance. (1) In “Valentine”, the speaker wants to impress upon the reader the importance of honesty, truthfulness, sincerity in a Valentine gift to reflect the genuine nature of her feelings. (1)

Final Question – Structure 2 marks can be awarded for analysis of the focus poem which supports your answer to a). The focus poem is the poem that is included in the exam paper. Identify two separate language features, and explain their impact. “dark green pebbles for eyes”: Just as pebbles are hard, this indicates the hardening of Havisham’s emotions over time, as she becomes embittered by her lover deserting her (1). “ropes on the back of my hands I could strangle with” Just as ropes are long coils of tough material, Havisham’s veins stand out on the backs of her hands due to the anger and distress that she experiences. (1)

Final Question – Structure 6 marks can be awarded for your analysis of the other poems which supports your answer to a). Identify six separate language features, and explain their impact. “it will blind you with tears” – just as the strong scent of an onion can make us cry, the strong emotions associated with love will often cause upset, which in turn can make us cry. (1) “its scent will cling to your fingers” – just as the smell of an onion stays on our hands long after we have finished handling it, the strong emotions associated with love will create powerful memories which will remain with us long after a romantic relationship has ended. (1)