1. Romeo & Juliet Extract Answer
Timing – plan 5 mins
Write 15 mins
Romeo & Juliet Extract Answer
Intro – link to the question with overview of meaning in the extract. Explain where the extract happens in the play
Start of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore
Middle of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore
End of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore
Conclude – Short summary of points
Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Link to the terminology
Link to quote(s)
Explore the hidden and obvious meaning
Zoom in on the words
Explore the effect
What were the writers’ intentions
Remember – you don’t have to do every step every time
Place your extract here
Terminology: soliloquy; individual speech by the character, dramatic irony; audience is more aware than the characters, repetition; ideas/words phrases repeated, metaphor; comparison of something as something else, hyperbole; use of exaggeration for effect, imagery; creating a picture in the mind of the reader, simile; comparison using like or as, dialogue; the speech of characters (think, length, tone, pace)…

2. Romeo & Juliet Essay Answer
Timing – plan 5 mins.
Write 35 mins.
Romeo & Juliet Essay Answer
Think Key Questions linked to the question:
How is ____ shown at the start/middle/end?
What type/effect does this have_____?
How is this shown?
What supports this from the play?
Intro – link to the question. Explain which 3 events in the play you will focus on
Idea 1
choose a moment from the play to explore (quotes if remembered) Idea 2
choose a 2nd moment from the play to explore (quotes if remembered)
Idea 3
choose a moment from the play to explore (quotes if remembered
Conclude – Short summary of points
Plan your essay here;
Intro
Link to question:
Link to 3 ideas:
Idea 1
Moment/quotes:
Language/struct link:
Idea 2
Idea 3
Moment/quotes
Language/struct link
Conclude
Summary of points:
Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Link to the terminology
Link to quote(s) or the moment – paraphrase what happens in this section of the play
Explore the hidden and obvious meaning
Zoom in on the words
Explore the effect
What were the writers’ intentions
Terminology: soliloquy; individual speech by the character, dramatic irony; audience is more aware than the characters, repetition; ideas/words phrases repeated, metaphor; comparison of something as something else, hyperbole; use of exaggeration for effect, imagery; creating a picture in the mind of the reader, simile; comparison using like or as, dialogue; the speech of characters (think, length, tone, pace)…

3. Explode the Extract Answer; BB, AIC, LOTF
Timing – plan
5 min. and write
40 minutes
Explode the Extract Answer; BB, AIC, LOTF
Sentence starters: In the extract…
this suggests/implies/infers/conveys…
The whole text shows… Linking this…
Intro – link to question. Explain where the extract happens. Give a brief overview of text.
Start of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore – Explode this and link to wider text.
Middle of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore. Explode this and link to wider text.
End of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore. Explode this and link to the wider text.
Conclude – Short summary of points
Place your extract here
Plan and decide how to explode to the whole text as you plan each section
Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Link to the terminology
Link to quote(s)
Explore the hidden and obvious meaning
Zoom in on the words/connotations
Explore the effect
What were the writers’ intentions
Link to the text – Explain which moment you are linking to – quote if remembered – analyse and link back to the extract
Remember – you don’t have to do every step every time
Terminology: dramatic irony; audience is more aware than the characters, repetition; ideas/words phrases repeated, metaphor; comparison of something as something else, hyperbole; use of exaggeration for effect, imagery; creating a picture in the mind of the reader, simile; comparison using like or as, tone – the impression you are given of how the words sound, emotive language; appeals to reader emotions, personification; makes an object sound human etc.

4. Explode the Extract Answer; A Christmas Carol with Context
Timing – plan
5 min. and write
40 minutes
Explode the Extract Answer; A Christmas Carol with Context
Sentence starters: In the extract…
this suggests/implies/infers/conveys…
The whole text shows… Linking this…
Contextually… Historically… In Victorian Times…
Intro – link to question. Explain where the extract happens. Give a brief overview of text. Can say time period/influences (context)
Start of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore – Explode this and link to wider text. Link to context here.
Middle of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore. Explode this and link to wider text. Link to context here.
End of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore. Explode this and link to the wider text. Link to context here.
Conclude – Short summary of points
Place your extract here
Plan and decide how to explode to the whole text as you plan each section. Also, make a short note of how the context links to your analysis too.
Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Link to the terminology
Link to quote(s)
Explore the hidden and obvious meaning
Zoom in on the words/connotations
Explore the effect
What were the writers’ intentions
Link to the text – Explain which moment you are linking to – quote if remembered – analyse and link back to the extract
Link to context – Explain what it was like at the time. Embed it with your analysis. Explore links to analysis
Terminology: description; use of extended pieces of detail to emphasise conditions and characters , repetition; ideas/words phrases repeated, metaphor; comparison of something as something else, hyperbole; use of exaggeration for effect, imagery; creating a picture in the mind of the reader, simile; comparison using like or as, tone – the impression you are given of how the words sound, emotive language; appeals to reader emotions, personification; makes an object sound human, Use of complex sentences; to explore in detail emotions; pathetic fallacy; sets the tone/mood/atmosphere. Etc.

5. Anthology; single poem essay
Timing – plan 5 min. write 15 mins.
Anthology; single poem essay
Sentence starters: In the poem we see…
this suggests/implies/infers/conveys…
The poet implies/shows… Linking this to the time/place/intentions
Intro – link to question. Explain where meaning of the poem briefly. Can say time period/influences (context)
Throughout the poem – Choose relevant quotes and analyse the language, structure and effect of these quotes. Refer to the question and explain the meaning. Also, link to the context too.
Conclude – Short summary of points
Place your poem here
Plan and decide which quotes to select and which 3 pieces of context you will write about
Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Link to the terminology
Link to quote(s)
Explore the hidden and obvious meaning
Zoom in on the words/connotations
Explore the effect
What were the writers’ intentions
Link to context – Explain what it was like at the time. Embed it with your analysis. Explore links to analysis
Terminology: repetition; ideas/words phrases repeated, metaphor; comparison of something as something else, hyperbole; use of exaggeration for effect, imagery; creating a picture in the mind of the reader, simile; comparison using like or as, tone – the impression you are given of how the words sound, emotive language; appeals to reader emotions, personification; makes an object sound human, Use of complex sentences; to explore in detail emotions; pathetic fallacy; sets the tone/mood/atmosphere. End-stopping; punctuation at the end of line, caesura; punctuation in the middle of a line; enjambment; run on lines in the poem; stanza’s; the verses of the poem; layout; how it appears and what effect this has, connotations; implied meanings

6. Anthology; comparison poem essay
Timing – plan 5 min. write 35 mins.
Anthology; comparison poem essay
Sentence starters: In the poem we see…
this suggests/implies/infers/conveys…
The poet implies/shows… Linking this to the time/place/intentions
Intro – link to question. Explain where meaning of the poem briefly. Can say time period/influences (context)
Throughout the essay– Start with the 2nd poem, choose relevant quotes/moments from the poem and analyse the language, structure and effect of these quotes and how they link to examples and analysis from poem 1. You must use connectives of comparison. Refer to the question and explain the meaning. Also, link to the context too for both poems
Conclude – Short summary of points
Place your poem here
Plan and decide which quotes to select and which 3 pieces of context you will write about
Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Link to the terminology
Link to quote(s)
Explore the hidden and obvious meaning
Zoom in on the words/connotations
Explore the effect
What were the writers’ intentions
Use connectives of comparison to show you are aware of the similarities and differences in the poems.
Link to context – Explain what it was like at the time. Embed it with your analysis. Explore links to analysis
Terminology: repetition; ideas/words phrases repeated, metaphor; comparison of something as something else, hyperbole; use of exaggeration for effect, imagery; creating a picture in the mind of the reader, simile; comparison using like or as, tone – the impression you are given of how the words sound, emotive language; appeals to reader emotions, personification; makes an object sound human, Use of complex sentences; to explore in detail emotions; pathetic fallacy; sets the tone/mood/atmosphere. End-stopping; punctuation at the end of line, caesura; punctuation in the middle of a line; enjambment; run on lines in the poem; stanza’s; the verses of the poem; layout; how it appears and what effect this has, connotations; implied meanings

7. Unseen Poetry; single poem essay
Timing – plan 5 min. write 15 mins.
Unseen Poetry; single poem essay
Sentence starters: In the poem we see…
this suggests/implies/infers/conveys…
The poet implies/shows… Linking this to the time/place/intentions
Place your poem here
Plan and decide which quotes to select and which 3 pieces of context you will write about
Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Link to the terminology
Link to quote(s)
Explore the hidden and obvious meaning
Zoom in on the words/connotations
Explore the effect
What were the writers’ intentions
Don’t get stuck on meaning – read and re-read the poem.
Look for clues in the question to help you.
Intro – link to question. Explain what the meaning of the poem is briefly. Throughout the poem – Choose relevant quotes (6 or more) and analyse the language, structure and effect of these quotes. Refer to the question and explain the meaning. The examiner wants to know you can make an educated guess, so just give it a go.
Conclude – Short summary of points
Terminology: repetition; ideas/words phrases repeated, metaphor; comparison of something as something else, hyperbole; use of exaggeration for effect, imagery; creating a picture in the mind of the reader, simile; comparison using like or as, tone – the impression you are given of how the words sound, emotive language; appeals to reader emotions, personification; makes an object sound human, Use of complex sentences; to explore in detail emotions; pathetic fallacy; sets the tone/mood/atmosphere. End-stopping; punctuation at the end of line, caesura; punctuation in the middle of a line; enjambment; run on lines in the poem; stanza’s; the verses of the poem; layout; how it appears and what effect this has, connotations; implied meanings

8. Unseen; comparison poem essay
Timing – plan 5 min. write 35 mins.
Unseen; comparison poem essay
Sentence starters: In both poems we see…
this suggests/implies/infers/conveys…
The poet implies/shows… Linking this to the time/place/intentions … In both we see…
Similarities and differences are shown…
Intro – link to question. Explain where meaning of the poem briefly. Can say time period/influences (context)
Throughout the essay– Start with the 2nd poem, choose relevant quotes/moments from the poem and analyse the language, structure and effect of these quotes and how they link to examples and analysis from poem 1. You must use connectives of comparison. Refer to the question and explain the meaning.
Conclude – Short summary of points
Place your poem here
Plan and decide which quotes to select and which 3 pieces of context you will write about
Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Link to the terminology
Link to quote(s)
Explore the hidden and obvious meaning
Zoom in on the words/connotations
Explore the effect
What were the writers’ intentions
Use connectives of comparison to show you are aware of the similarities and differences in the poems.
Terminology: repetition; ideas/words phrases repeated, metaphor; comparison of something as something else, hyperbole; use of exaggeration for effect, imagery; creating a picture in the mind of the reader, simile; comparison using like or as, tone – the impression you are given of how the words sound, emotive language; appeals to reader emotions, personification; makes an object sound human, Use of complex sentences; to explore in detail emotions; pathetic fallacy; sets the tone/mood/atmosphere. End-stopping; punctuation at the end of line, caesura; punctuation in the middle of a line; enjambment; run on lines in the poem; stanza’s; the verses of the poem; layout; how it appears and what effect this has, connotations; implied meanings

9. Language Reading Exam Key Reminders
Timings: Reading – 10
A1 – 5, A2 – 8, A3 – 12
A4 – 12, A5 – 12 minutes
Timings: Reading – 14
A1 – 5, A2 – 12, A3 – 5
A4 – 12, A5 – 12 minutes
Language Reading Exam Key Reminders
Non - Fiction 2A Reading
A1 – list 3 points linked to the question in separate bullet points
A2 – Language Analysis – link to question, quote, terminology, meaning & effect (7 – 8 quotes)
A3 – Answer 2 or 3 questions where you select information or make inferences on the text
A4 – Persuasive evaluation – Link to question, quote, opinion, alternative readers opinions(build argument)
A5 – Synthesis question - bring together information from two texts using quotes and showing similarities or differences *NOT COMPARING* (4 or more quotes)
A6 – Comparison question – compare similarities or differences in both texts (select a range of quotes from both texts)
Fiction 1A Reading A1 – list 5 points linked to the question in separate bullet points A2 – Language Analysis – link to question, quote, terminology, meaning & effect (7 – 8 quotes) A3 - Language Analysis – link to question, quote, terminology, meaning & effect (7 – 8 quotes) A4 – Language and Structure Analysis -link to question, quote, terminology, meaning & effect – levels of tension and drama too (7-8quotes) A5 – Persuasive evaluation – Link to question, quote, opinion, alternative readers opinions(build argument)
TOP TIPS:
Be Concise
Use connectives to move onto your next point
Choose short and snappy quotes
Choose quotes that stand out
Choose quotes that link to the question
Timing is key
Moving onto the next point Also…
Another idea…
As well as…
Moreover…
Furthermore…
To support this…
To enhance…
In addition…
Comparing (similarities) Compared with… Similarly… In the same way… Likewise… Equally… As with… …are similar in that…
Contrasting (differences) However… On the other hand… On the contrary… Instead… As for… Alternatively… Despite this… …whereas… …while... …although… …yet…
Word Class:
Noun
Adjective
Verb
Adverbs
Connotations
Terminology: emotive language,
hyperbole, metaphor, simile, facts,
personification,, imagery, tone, sentence structures, repetition first/second/third person, narrative
voice, alliteration, triplets,

10. Language Writing Exam Key Reminders
Timings: Reading – 10
A1 – 5, A2 – 8, A3 – 12
A4 – 12, A5 – 12 minutes
Timings: 5 minutes planning 25 minutes writing then move onto the second task
Language Writing Exam Key Reminders
Fiction 1B Writing Choice of 4 task titles Write a story Structure it effectively – opening – rising action – climax – falling action – resolution Keep it interesting and engaging Make it believable Stick to something you know Don’t overcomplicate the plot Do use language to create imagery and tension if applicable
Writing Success Criteria:
You must plan your writing – this will aid clarity and stop you forgetting what you were going to add in
TIPTOP paragraphs = time, place, topic, person – new paragraph
Sentence structures – use a variety – simple, compound and complex
Check your spelling
Check your punctuation - . , ; : ! ?
Make sure you have capital letters for the start of sentences and Proper Nouns
Edit your writing – go back and check you have included all the words in sentences
Non - Fiction 2B Writing
Transactional Writing: writing for a purpose
You will have to write two separate texts
Check the PAFT – Purpose, audience, format and tone – highlight the question to identify this first
You may be asked to write to:
Inform, advise, persuade, entertain, review
You may be asked to format this as:
Speech, letter, review, article or report
Check your audience (who you are writing for) carefully and consider the tone you use.
Tone – should it be Formal or Informal, friendly or serious, consider this carefully.
Techniques you can use are: emotive language, hyperbole, metaphor, simile, facts, personification,, imagery, tone, sentence structures, repetition, triplets first/second/third person, narrative voice, alliteration, dialogue (sparingly)

11. Literature Paper 1: Reading Analysis
Romeo & Juliet – 1 hour
Extract – 20 minutes – 15 marks
Intro – link to the question. Explain where the extract happens in the play, Start of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore, Middle of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore, End of the extract – choose 2 – 3 quotes to explore, Conclude – Short summary of points
Essay – 40 minutes – 25 marks
Intro – link to the question. Explain which 3 events in the play you will focus on, Idea 1 - choose a moment from the play to explore (quotes if remembered) Idea 2 - choose a 2nd moment from the play to explore (quotes if remembered), Idea 3 - choose a moment from the play to explore (quotes if remembered, Conclude – Short summary of points
Literature Paper 1: Reading Analysis
Poetry Anthology – 1 hour
Single poem 20 minutes – 15 marks
Write an overview statement about what the poem is suggesting (remembering not to write it in the first person – think about it as a critical analysis task), Choose 6 or more quotes to analyse, Link closely to context, Conclusion – give a brief summary of what you think the poem is about and a link to the question again. Make sure you have covered a couple of quotes from the top, middle and bottom of the poem.
Comparison poem minutes– 25 marks
Write an overview statement about what both the poems are suggesting, Start with poem 2 you will need to remember quotes for this analyse and compare this to poem 1, Link closely to context for both poems, Conclusion – give a brief summary of what you think both poems have in common are how they are different and link to the question again.
Guide to analysis for both R&J and The Anthology
Link to the question – explain briefly what you think
Quote to support what you have said
Explain fully the meaning – obvious and hidden meanings
Link to the subject terminology (language or structure)
Explore connotations of words or hidden meaning
Explain the effect on the reader or the writers’ intentions
Link to the question at some point in your answer
Explore alternative meanings
You will also have to link to context.
Contrasting (differences) However… On the other hand… On the contrary… Instead… As for… Alternatively… Despite this… …whereas… …while... …although… …yet…
Comparing (similarities) Compared with… Similarly… In the same way… Likewise… Equally… As with… …are similar in that…

12. Literature Paper 2: Reading Analysis
Blood Brothers/An Inspector Calls/Lord of the Flies – 45 minutes
Explode the extract (35 marks and 5 SPAG & VOCAB marks)
Introduction: Explain the whole text briefly and give an overview of meaning in the extract linked to the question. State where in the text the extract is from.
Main Section of the Essay – (Note not a paragraph, but a section of the essay); Address the start of the extract and use quotes to explore what it means and how it is linked to the question. Focus closely on language and structure here and explore carefully specific words and their meanings (I like you to use connotations for this). Now, bring in the whole text. Is there an example/moment/quote from somewhere else in the text that you can write about which supports or shows development of the idea you have included in this section of the essay? (Also, you can interlink examples from different places in the text) Focus on the middle of the extract and repeat the analysis linked to the question for the extract and again bring in the whole text. Repeat the analysis of key quotes/moments in the extract and moments in the book until you have covered up to 6 quotes from the extract and engaged with 3 other areas from the whole text.
Conclusion Summarise what you think about the question linking it first to the extract and then to the whole text as well.
Literature Paper 2: Reading Analysis
Unseen Poetry – 1 hour
Single poem 20 minutes – 15 marks
Write an overview statement about what the poem is suggesting (remembering not to write it in the first person – think about it as a critical analysis task), Choose 6 or more quotes to analyse, Conclusion – give a brief summary of what you think the poem is about and a link to the question again. Make sure you have covered a couple of quotes from the top, middle and bottom of the poem.
Comparison poem minutes– 25 marks
Write an overview statement about what both the poems are suggesting, Start with poem 2 analyse and compare this to poem 1, state the similarities and differences and use comparison connectives, Conclusion – give a brief summary of what you think both poems have in common are how they are different and link to the question again.
See Paper One Guide for useful connectives
A Christmas Carol – 45 minutes
Explode the extract and include context
Do exactly the same structure as the Blood Brothers/An Inspector Calls/Lord of the Flies Essay, but when you link to the whole text or when you move on from the analysis of the extract – Link to context at these points.
Guide to analysis: BB/AIC/LOTF, A Christmas Carol & The Unseen Poetry
Link to the question, Quote, Explain meaning – obvious and hidden, Link to the subject terminology (language or structure), Explore connotations of words, Explain the effect on the reader or the writers’ intentions, Link to the question, Explore alternative meaning (A Christmas Carol Link To Context)