1. a quick run through the basics
Close Reading
a quick run through the basics

2. Click mouse to advance slides

3. What this presentation covers

4. Approaching the exam paper

5. Know the questions that make you panic
Crumple buttons
There's more information about all these things on later slides.

6. If this is one of them - look at the sections that revise it.
Sentence structure
You can also have a look at the notes on different aspects of sentence structure.

7. Things to mention in ‘show how’ questions.
Also the the 'Unpacking Metaphors' presentation

8. Imagine the writer is speaking. Listen for the tone of voice.

9. Some of the things to think about if ‘sound’ is mentioned
For a reminder of some of these - see Needtoknow terms

10. Remember connotations in ‘show how’ and word choice questions
See also presentation on 'Unpacking metaphors' which includes some commentary on word choice.

11. You should definitely quote when…
When to quote
See also notes on methods of quoting.

12. But sometimes it’s advisable NOT to

13. Be confident. You can do it!

14. Other parts of this website can help with
Quotation method
Sentence structure
Commenting on imagery and wordchoice
Need-to-know terms
Good luck!