1 Paper 1: Tues 6th June GCSE English Language Paper 2: Mon 12th June Paper 1: Explorations in creative reading and writing 1 hour 45 mins 50% Paper 2: Writer’s viewpoints and perspectives 1 hour 45 mins 50% Reading – 40 marks 15 mins read and plan Find four… 4 marks 5 mins Language 8 marks 10 mins Structure 8 marks 10 mins Evaluate 20 marks 20 mins Writing – 40 marks Describe or narrate : choice from two questions 24 content mins 16 accuracy Reading – 40 marks 15 mins read and plan Select four… 4 marks 5 mins Comprehension 8 marks 8 mins Language 12 marks 12 mins Compare 16 marks 20 mins Writing – 40 marks Write in a viewpoint 24 content mins 16 accuracy

2 Objectives for the next three lessons:Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 2: Mon 12th June Objectives for the next three lessons: Do you know – the layout of the exams? Do you understand – what is expected of you for each question? Can you – identify your priorities for revision? Use this time to ask anything you still need clarifying. Make notes if you want to. This is the last time we will be together…. Sob! Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

3 Outcomes Bronze – will have regrets on results dayPaper 1: Tues 6th June Outcomes Paper 2: Mon 12th June Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results Write your own messages - Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

4 Preparation for GCSE English LanguagePaper 1: Tues 6th June Preparation for GCSE English Language Paper 2: Mon 12th June AO1 – Identify and interpret explicit and implicit information AO2 – Analyse language, structure AO3 – Compare writer’s ideas (Paper 2 only) AO4 – Evaluate texts critically (Paper 1 only) AO5 – Communicate clearly, effectively and imaginatively AO6 – Vocabulary, sentence structures and punctuation Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

5 Paper 1: Tues 6th June To kick us off….. Paper 2 Q2 Paper 2: Mon 12th June How many differences between Sydney and Lenny can you come up with? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

6 Little dogs make great workers Labradors – the canine ‘hulk’Create a summary of the differences between the two extracts Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 2: Mon 12th June Little dogs make great workers Labradors – the canine ‘hulk’ The Cocker Spaniel is primarily a beloved companion dog breed, though he remains a capable bird dog at heart. The Labrador Retriever was bred to be both a friendly companion and a useful working dog breed. What could you say about the title? What could you say about the opening? Don’t forget the impact! Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results S E I compare

7 Paper 1: Tues 6th June How many differences between the two extracts can you come up with? Paper 2: Mon 12th June The Cocker Spaniel is primarily a beloved companion dog breed, though he remains a capable bird dog at heart. Beautiful to look at (and labour-intensive to groom), the Cocker’s amenable, cheerful disposition also makes him a treat to have in the family. Never more pleased than when he’s pleasing you, he’s as happy to snuggle on the couch with his favourite adults as to romp in the yard with the kids The Labrador Retriever was bred to be both a friendly companion and a useful working dog breed. Historically, he earned his keep as a fisherman’s helper: hauling nets, fetching ropes, and retrieving fish from the chilly North Atlantic. Today’s Labrador Retriever is as good-natured and hard working as his ancestors, and he’s America’s most popular breed. These days the Lab works as a retriever for hunters, assistance dog to the handicapped, show competitor, and search and rescue dog, among other canine jobs Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

8 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Ideas / Perspectives Paper 2: Mon 12th June What does that mean to you? How do we incorporate this into an answer? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

9 Paper 2 Q4 – ideas and perspectivesTues 6th June Paper 2 Q4 – ideas and perspectives Paper 2: Mon 12th June Which would make the best pet for you and why? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

10 How do the writers show their views on the two breeds?Paper 1: Tues 6th June How do the writers show their views on the two breeds? Paper 2: Mon 12th June The Cocker Spaniel is primarily a beloved companion dog breed, though he remains a capable bird dog at heart. Beautiful to look at (and labour-intensive to groom), the Cocker’s amenable, cheerful disposition also makes him a treat to have in the family. Never more pleased than when he’s pleasing you, he’s as happy to snuggle on the couch with his favourite adults as to romp in the yard with the kids The Labrador Retriever was bred to be both a friendly companion and a useful working dog breed. Historically, he earned his keep as a fisherman’s helper: hauling nets, fetching ropes, and retrieving fish from the chilly North Atlantic. Today’s Labrador Retriever is as good-natured and hard working as his ancestors, and he’s America’s most popular breed. These days the Lab works as a retriever for hunters, assistance dog to the handicapped, show competitor, and search and rescue dog, among other canine jobs Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

11 What do you notice about your differences?Paper 1: Tues 6th June How do the writers show their views on the two breeds? Paper 2: Mon 12th June The Cocker Spaniel is primarily a beloved companion dog breed, though he remains a capable bird dog at heart. Beautiful to look at (and labour-intensive to groom), the Cocker’s amenable, cheerful disposition also makes him a treat to have in the family. Never more pleased than when he’s pleasing you, he’s as happy to snuggle on the couch with his favourite adults as to romp in the yard with the kids The Labrador Retriever was bred to be both a friendly companion and a useful working dog breed. Historically, he earned his keep as a fisherman’s helper: hauling nets, fetching ropes, and retrieving fish from the chilly North Atlantic. Today’s Labrador Retriever is as good-natured and hard working as his ancestors, and he’s America’s most popular breed. These days the Lab works as a retriever for hunters, assistance dog to the handicapped, show competitor, and search and rescue dog, among other canine jobs Q2 and 4 can have the same ideas – they are marked by different examiners Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results What do you notice about your differences?

12 Ideas and perspectivesPaper 1: Tues 6th June Ideas and perspectives Paper 2: Mon 12th June Must include ideas and perspectives, or you can only get half marks Methods – language and structure Thoroughly analyse the impact of each method in relation to the idea or perspective being discussed Time is key! Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

13 Little dogs make great workers Labradors – the canine ‘hulk’Paper 1: Tues 6th June How do the writers show their views on the two breeds? Paper 2: Mon 12th June Little dogs make great workers Labradors – the canine ‘hulk’ The Cocker Spaniel is primarily a beloved companion dog breed, though he remains a capable bird dog at heart. The Labrador Retriever was bred to be both a friendly companion and a useful working dog breed. How could you use these quotes in an answer? You have 5 minutes on your tables to squeeze as much from these as you can! Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results S E I compare

14 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Fill in the gaps /24 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Paper 1: Explorations in creative reading and writing 1 hour 45 mins __% Paper 2: Writer’s viewpoints and perspectives 1 hour 45 mins __% Reading – 40 marks 15 mins read and plan Find four… _ marks _ mins Language _ marks __ mins Structure _ marks __ mins Evaluate _ marks __ mins Writing – 40 marks Describe or narrate : choice from two questions __ content __ mins __ accuracy Reading – 40 marks 15 mins read and plan Select four… _ marks _ mins Comprehension _ marks _ mins Language __ marks __ mins Compare __ marks __ mins Writing – 40 marks Write in a viewpoint __ content __ mins __ accuracy

15

16 Paper 1: Tues 6th June GCSE English Language Paper 2: Mon 12th June Paper 1: Explorations in creative reading and writing 1 hour 45 mins 50% Paper 2: Writer’s viewpoints and perspectives 1 hour 45 mins 50% Reading – 40 marks 15 mins read and plan Find four… 4 marks 5 mins Language 8 marks 10 mins Structure 8 marks 10 mins Evaluate 20 marks 20 mins Writing – 40 marks Describe or narrate : choice from two questions 24 content mins 16 accuracy Reading – 40 marks 15 mins read and plan Select four… 4 marks 5 mins Comprehension 8 marks 8 mins Language 12 marks 12 mins Compare 16 marks 20 mins Writing – 40 marks Write in a viewpoint 24 content mins 16 accuracy

17 Paper 1 Q1 Question 1 – 4 marks, 5 minutes – RETRIEVE List 4 things…Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q1 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 1 – 4 marks, 5 minutes – RETRIEVE List 4 things… Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

18 Paper 1 Q1 IDENTIFY four things that are happening in this picture.Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q1 Paper 2: Mon 12th June IDENTIFY four things that are happening in this picture. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

19 Paper 1 Q1 IDENTIFY four facts about this picture. Paper 1: Paper 2:Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q1 Paper 2: Mon 12th June IDENTIFY four facts about this picture. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

20 Paper 1 Q1 TOP TIPS Write in full sentences.Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q1 Paper 2: Mon 12th June TOP TIPS Write in full sentences. Use the key word from the question in each answer. Make sure you’re getting your information from the right section of text. You can use a quote or paraphrase. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

21 Paper 2 Q1 Question 1 – 4 marks, 5 minutes – TRUE STATEMEMTSTues 6th June Paper 2 Q1 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 1 – 4 marks, 5 minutes – TRUE STATEMEMTS Choose 4 statements which are true Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

22 Paper 2 Q1 Paper 1: Paper 2: Tues 6th June Mon 12th JuneA- The children’s uniform is yellow. B- The Head teacher is at the front of the room. C- This is a Co-ed school. D- The school logo appears on both sides of the room. E- The assembly is taking place in the gym. F- The pupils are wearing full school uniform. G- The adult has his right hand resting on the lectern. H – The book on the lectern matches the school uniform. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

23 Paper 2 Q1 Paper 1: Paper 2: Tues 6th June Mon 12th JuneA- The children’s uniform is yellow. B- The Head teacher is at the front of the room. C- This is a Co-ed school. D- The school logo appears on both sides of the room. E- The assembly is taking place in the gym. F- The pupils are wearing full school uniform. G- The adult has his right hand resting on the lectern. H – The book on the lectern matches the school uniform. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

24 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 2 Q1 Paper 2: Mon 12th June TOP TIPS READ THE QUESTION CAREFULLY – THEY MIGHT TRY AND TRICK YOU A BIT HERE!!! Shade the circles in the boxes of the ones that you think are true. • Choose a maximum of four statements. • If you make an error cross out the whole box. • If you change your mind and require a statement that has been crossed out then draw a circle around the box. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

25 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q2 AND P2, Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 2 – 8 marks, 10 minutes – LANGUAGE (12 marks on paper 2) How does the writer use language here to describe… You could include the writer’s choice of WORDS AND PHRASES, LANGUAGE FEATURES AND TECHNIQUES SENTENCE FORMS Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

26 Paper 1 Q2 AND Paper 2 Q3 LANGUAGETues 6th June Paper 1 Q2 AND Paper 2 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June LANGUAGE Around the room, or on your tables, are a variety of quotations. Your task is to identify which Language technique has been used and the impact this has on the reader. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

27 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q2 AND Paper 2 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June The white waves were daggers, crashing into the rocks. The foam oozed around bay, sending spray into the air. The furious sea kissed the bay, incessantly charging into the beach. Crashing, cascading and colliding, carving their way into the dark rock with the salt and debris contained within the waters. The demonic storm embraced the beach and began to move further inland, bringing extreme winds and lashings of rain drops, which cut like knives into your skin. print Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

28 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q2 AND Paper 2 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June The white waves were daggers, crashing into the rocks. The foam oozed around bay, sending spray into the air. The furious sea kissed the bay, incessantly charging into the beach. Crashing, cascading and colliding, carving their way into the dark rock with the salt and debris contained within the waters. The demonic storm embraced the beach and began to move further inland, bringing extreme winds and lashings of rain drops, which cut like knives into your skin. IMPACT ON READER??? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

29 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q2 Paper 2: Mon 12th June TOP TIPS Aim for AT LEAST 2 SEI / PEACE (Statement, Evidence, Impact / Point, Evidence, Analysis, Effect on reader ), but ideally 3 Or 4 x PEE (Point, Evidence, Effect on reader) For Paper 2 write AN EXTRA paragraph Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

30 Paper 1 Q3 Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURETues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURE How has the writer structured the text to interest you as a reader? You could write about: • What the writer focuses your attention on at the beginning. How and why the writer changes this focus as the source develops. • Any other structural features that interest you. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

31 Paper 1 Q3 NARRATIVE HOOKSTues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURE How has the writer structured the text to interest you as a reader? You could write about: • what the writer focuses your attention on at the beginning NARRATIVE HOOKS What Narrative hooks can you remember? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

32 Paper 1 Q3 puzzle: direct address: atmosphere: visual: humour:Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June puzzle: direct address: atmosphere: visual: humour: dialogue Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

33 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June My apple red rainboots shone as they splashed through the puddleson the black tar pavement. Multi-colored cars raced past, cutting through the drizzle and the dark of the winter night. Which hook? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

34 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June My apple red rainboots shone as they splashed through the puddleson the black tar pavement. Multi-colored cars raced past, cutting through the drizzle and the dark of the winter night. VISUAL Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

35 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June So you want to know all about me? Well, stay there and I’ll begin… Which hook? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

36 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June So you want to know all about me? Well, stay there and I’ll begin… DIRECT ADDRESS Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

37 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Being splashed by a car moving so quickly that you are soaked to your underwear is really funny. Unless it happens to you. Which hook? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

38 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Being splashed by a car moving so quickly that you are soaked to your underwear is really funny. Unless it happens to you. HUMOUR Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

39 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June I’m never really sure if it’s a real memory or just something that’s become more solid over time. But I’m sure that my brother once tried to murder me. Which hook? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

40 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June I’m never really sure if it’s a real memory or just something that’s become more solid over time. But I’m sure that my brother once tried to murder me. THE PUZZLE Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

41 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June “I can’t believe he did that! What happened next?” Liz demanded… Which hook? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

42 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June “I can’t believe he did that! What happened next?” Liz demanded… DIALOGUE Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

43 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June The sky was a shade of midnight, the pavements shined with drizzle and reflected lights from lamp-posts and car headlights. I splashed along in my cosy rainboots. Which hook? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

44 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June The sky was a shade of midnight, the pavements shined with drizzle and reflected lights from lamp-posts and car headlights. I splashed along in my cosy rainboots. ATMOSPHERE Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

45 Paper 1 Q3 Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURETues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURE How has the writer structured the text to interest you as a reader? You could write about: • How and why the writer changes this focus as the source develops. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

46 HOW DOES THIS INTEREST THE READER?Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURE How and why the writer changes the focus: Time Person Place Narrative Voice Perspective Change Read the extract and decide how/why the writer changes the focus HOW DOES THIS INTEREST THE READER? Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

47 HOW DOES THIS INTEREST THE READER?Paper 1: Tues 6th June Time Paper 1 Q3 Person Place Narrative Voice Perspective Change Paper 2: Mon 12th June We were just driving around. It was late in the evening but it was still light. We’d been out for hours and it was one of those nights when it seemed like basically it was never going to get dark. We hadn’t seen anyone around, and a couple of times when we’d stopped and got out it had been totally quiet, like normal, but we had the music turned up loud in the car and it made things seem sort of hectic or like picturesque? With how far you could see across the fields, and the speed, and the light and the music? Like when you’re walking around with headphones on and it makes everything seem like a film? Like that. Anyway. This Isn't The Sort Of Thing That Happens To Someone Like You – Jon McGregor Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results Read the extract and decide how/why the writer changes the focus HOW DOES THIS INTEREST THE READER?

48 Paper 1 Q3 Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURETues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURE How has the writer structured the text to interest you as a reader? You could write about: Any other structural features that interest you Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

49 Paper 1 Q3 Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURETues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 3 – 8 marks, 10 minutes - STRUCTURE Any other structural features that interest you Word Patterns Imagery Patterns Connections between beginning, middle and end Topic Sentences (weather, light/dark or sounds) Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

50 Word Patterns Imagery Patterns Connections between beginning, middle and end Topic Sentences Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June (weather, light/dark or sounds) As the young man came over the hill the first thin blowing of rain met him.  He turned his coat-collar up and stood on top of the shelving rabbit-riddled hedgebank, looking down into the valley. He had come too far.  What had set out as a walk along pleasantly-remembered tarmac lanes had turned dreamily by gate and path into a cross-ploughland trek,  his shoes ruined, the dark mud of the lower fields inching up the trouser legs of his grey suit  where they rubbed against each other. And now there was a raw, flapping wetness in the air that would be downpour at any minute. He shivered, holding himself tense against the cold. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

51 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q3 Paper 2: Mon 12th June TOP TIPS Aim for AT LEAST 2 SEI / PEACE (Statement, Evidence, Impact / Point, Evidence, Analysis, Effect on reader ), but ideally 3 Or 4 x PEE (Point, Evidence, Effect on reader) DO NOT FALL INTO WRITING ABOUT LANGUAGE!!!   This may help with this: The beginning of the source begins with a focus on…… Include some textual detail here. This has been used because…… The focus then changes to….. Include some textual detail here. This change of focus…… The effect created is……… A further technique used in the piece is…. Include some textual detail here. This is used because…. With an effect of…. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

52 Paper 1 Q4 Question 4 – 20 marks, 20 minutes EVALUATETues 6th June Paper 1 Q4 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Question 4 – 20 marks, 20 minutes EVALUATE Focus this part of your answer on the second half of the source from line… to the end. A student said ‘…’ To what extent do you agree? In your response, you could: • consider your own impressions of… • evaluate how the writer shows… • support your response with references to the text Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

53 Paper 1 Q4 PLAN YOUR RESPONSETues 6th June Paper 1 Q4 PLAN YOUR RESPONSE Paper 2: Mon 12th June Focus this part of your answer on the second half of the source from line… to the end. A student said ‘The school day should start at and end at 5.30 to maximise students’ productivity’ To what extent do you agree? In your response, you could: • consider your own impressions of… • evaluate how the writer shows… • support your response with references to the text Bear in mind that in the actual exam the statement will be linked to the source in some way – topic, theme etc. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

54 Paper 1 Q4 TOP TIPS Always AGREE with the statement.Tues 6th June Paper 1 Q4 Paper 2: Mon 12th June TOP TIPS Always AGREE with the statement. Remember, you won’t have the same marker, so you can re-use ideas from questions 2 and 3. Make sure you are focusing on what they are asking you to agree with – eg; Alex is struggling with his mother’s illness. Aim for 3-4 PEEEL/SEI paragraphs (link back to key words in question) Use technical terminology wherever possible Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

55

56 Lesson 6 Paper 1: Explorations in creative reading and writingTues 6th June Lesson 6 Paper 2: Mon 12th June Paper 1: Explorations in creative reading and writing 1 hour 45 mins 50% Paper 2: Writer’s viewpoints and perspectives 1 hour 45 mins 50% Reading – 40 marks 15 mins read and plan Find four… 4 marks 5 mins Language 8 marks 10 mins Structure 8 marks 10 mins Evaluate 20 marks 20 mins Writing – 40 marks Describe or narrate : choice from two questions 24 content mins 16 accuracy Reading – 40 marks 15 mins read and plan Select four… 4 marks 5 mins Comprehension 8 marks 8 mins Language 12 marks 12 mins Compare 16 marks 20 mins Writing – 40 marks Write in a viewpoint 24 content mins 16 accuracy

57 Paper 1 Question 5 Writing to DescribeTues 6th June Paper 1 Question 5 Writing to Describe Paper 2: Mon 12th June Senses Similes Metaphors(Extended) Personification Hyperbole Oxymoron Emotive language Irony Humour/sarcasm Direct address Rhetorical questions List of three Personal anecdote Facts Opinions (As fact) Statistics Adverbs/adjectives Puns Analogies You will take it in turns to pick a random image out of the bag. You must describe this in as much detail as possible including as many linguistic devices as you can. The person who manages to speak for the longest wins a prize. BUT… You cannot repeat yourself, hesitate or pause too long or go off topic. A timekeeper will be needed! Timer / whiteboard for timekeeper – 15/20mins Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

58 Sweets for the best each time!Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Question 5 Viewpoints Paper 2: Mon 12th June You will be given a different scenario, and in your team must write a letter complaining/ persuading/ explaining why you have been wronged and deserve compensation – 4 minutes only! You must include linguistic devices, offer a solution and keep your writing formal, even when humorous -don’t forget the importance of openings! Sweets and whiteboards/scrap needed Sweets for the best each time! Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

59 Write a complaint letter arguing your case.Paper 1: Tues 6th June Paper 1 Question 5 Viewpoints Paper 2: Mon 12th June Similes Metaphors (Extended) Personification Hyperbole Oxymoron Emotive language Irony Humour/sarcasm Direct address Rhetorical questions List of three Personal anecdote Facts Opinions (As fact) Statistics Adverbs/adjectives Puns Analogies You have just ordered a chicken nugget meal from McDonald’s. You open your McNuggets to find not six, but five. Write a complaint letter arguing your case. You’re five years old. It is 6.00am on Christmas morning. You’ve waited for this moment all year long. As you slowly make your way towards the bike-sized parcel, you are filled with overwhelming happiness. You hurriedly rip off the paper – hurrah, at last! But alas, there is only one wheel. Your dreams implode before your eyes. This is how I felt just this afternoon when I visited your establishment… bitterly disappointed. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

60 Paper 1 Question 5 ViewpointsTues 6th June Paper 1 Question 5 Viewpoints Paper 2: Mon 12th June Similes Metaphors (Extended) Personification Hyperbole Oxymoron Emotive language Irony Humour/sarcasm Direct address Rhetorical questions List of three Personal anecdote Facts Opinions (As fact) Statistics Adverbs/adjectives Puns Analogies Your parent/carer has decided you aren’t allowed to use your phone over the exam period to ensure you spend enough time revising. Write a persuasive speech to them arguing why this is unfair. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

61 Paper 1 Question 5 ViewpointsTues 6th June Paper 1 Question 5 Viewpoints Paper 2: Mon 12th June Similes Metaphors (Extended) Personification Hyperbole Oxymoron Emotive language Irony Humour/sarcasm Direct address Rhetorical questions List of three Personal anecdote Facts Opinions (As fact) Statistics Adverbs/adjectives Puns Analogies You are running late for a blind date at the Corner House to play Crazy Golf. You run for the tram and make it to the machine with seconds to spare. You get to the doors but they shut. The driver looks you in the eye as he accelerates away. Write a complaint letter to NET transport arguing your case. Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

62 Paper 1: Tues 6th June Good luck!! Paper 2: Mon 12th June You are all fantastic and I have no doubts that you will achieve great things. Remember, these exams may seem like the most important thing in the world now, but whatever happens, as long as you’ve tried your best everyone will be proud of you. You can do this! Thank you for being such a pleasure to teach, and please come and visit me next year! Write your own messages – something along the lines of SEEYA <3 Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results

63 Outcomes Bronze – will have regrets on results dayPaper 1: Tues 6th June Outcomes Paper 2: Mon 12th June Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results Write your own messages - Bronze – will have regrets on results day Silver – will feel that they have got what they deserved Gold – will owe their class teacher a gift for such amazing exam results