english language paper 2 Flashcards
(24 cards)
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describe question 1:
TEXT 1
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- identify one piece of explicit info from the text.
- worth 1 mark.
- spend 1-2 minutes on this question maximum. do not add extra information, as it doesn’t gain you extra marks.
- make sure you pick information from the lines specified - use the line numbers.
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describe question 2:
TEXT 1
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- provided with an extract to read - only refer to this extract.
- you must explain HOW language is used (explain the effects of language features).
- use quotes and techniques.
- worth 6 marks.
- spend 8-10 minutes on this question, write 2-3 paragraphs.
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how do you analyse the extract for question 2?
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- look at the words and phrases the writer has chosen. pick a word that stands out and try to work out what the writer wants the reader to imagine when they read that word.
- when reading, try to imagine the scene in your head. how does it make you feel? why do you think it makes you feel that way? which words or phrases caused those feelings?
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name some subject terminology that can be used for question 2 (language)?
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- word classes (adverbs, verbs, adjectives, nouns).
- sound effects (alliteration, onomatopoeia).
- imagery (similes, metaphors, personification).
- repetition of words or phrases.
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what are the steps for question 2?
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- read the extract carefully, looking out for features and devices (highlight if needed).
- introduce your idea in the first paragraph in one sentence, and support it using an example from the text.
- add an extra sentence using techniques.
- improve your answer by making another point about the same quotation, or by analysing another quotation that backs up your main idea.
- repeat this another two times, or one more time, if you’re short on time - don’t spend too much time on this question!!
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describe question 3:
TEXT 2
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- identify one piece of implicit info from the text.
- you don’t need to explain your answer, just pick out the information.
- worth 1 mark.
- spend 1-2 minutes, maximum.
- an extract from the text will always be given, and identify your answer from this extract.
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describe question 4:
TEXT 2
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- analyse writer’s use of language and structure, and its effect on the reader.
- three paragraphs: ensure at least one is about language and one is about structure. always link back to the effect on the reader.
- to ensure your answer is high quality, include lots of techniques and analyse multiple quotations per paragraph.
- analyse the entire extract, not just a small section of it.
- spend 12-15 minutes on this question.
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how do you analyse the extract in question 4?
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language:
when reading, be aware of words, phrases or devices that stand out. consider what it is about them that caught your attention.
structure:
why has the writer began and ended like they did? if they’ve used any short sentences, or single-sentence paragraphs, consider why they may have done that.
- make notes in the margin when you spot a language/structural feature.
- ensure you group your ideas together, so that you don’t feel overwhelmed by so many ideas (e.g. repetition all goes in one paragraph, adjectives all go in another).
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name some examples of subject terminology that can be used for question 4 (structure)?
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- paragraphs
- sentence length and type
- repetition
- lists
- dialogue
- punctuation
- changing of tense
- unusual word order (e.g. starting a sentence with a verb)
- order of events
- order of ideas/feelings
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describe question 5:
TEXT 1 and TEXT 2
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- pick out the similarities (NOT DIFFERENCES) in explicit and implicit information from both texts. SUMMARISE (only 6 marks).
- write about three similarities, and support your points with evidence from each text.
- do not mention extra similarities, as this doesn’t gain you any extra marks.
- spend 10 minutes on this question maximum.
KEEP IT BRIEF AND TO THE POINT!!
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what are the steps to question 5?
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- read the text, make notes in the margin when you find similarities - link these together in your answer.
- pick out something that’s similar in both texts, and that both relate to the theme mentioned in the question.
- summarise your point: ‘both texts…’
- support each separate similarity with evidence from both texts - ‘in text 1, the writer …. in the quote ….’ , ‘in text 2, the writer …. in the quote ….’.
- embed short quotes from the text into your sentences.
- repeat this twice - ensure each point is very different.
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what should you consider for similarities in question 5?
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- content
- writer’s ideas
- themes presented
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describe question 6:
TEXT 1 AND TEXT 2
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- pick out both similarities and differences in the writers’ ideas and perspectives, and how they’re expressed in the whole of the two texts.
- worth 16 marks (so lots of detail!), spend about 20 minutes.
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how do you work out the main ideas or points of view in the texts in Question 6?
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- both texts will share a theme, but they’ll probably approach it from different angles or different perspectives, and have different opinions.
- identify the methods the two writers use - e.g. humour, emotive language, exaggeration. analyse how effective they are.
- try to work out what impressions of the theme the writer or narrator is trying to convey to the reader.
- think about the tone and mood of the texts - e.g. whether they’re positive or negative towards the theme.
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go into even more detail on how to identify a writer’s attitude/point of view in Question 6:
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- look out for strong vocab in non-fiction pieces to work out the writer’s opinion. e.g. ‘terrible’ and ‘disgusting’ suggest a negative opinion, and ‘wonderful’ suggests a positive viewpoint.
- the writer may try to create a certain mood in the text to appeal to the emotions of the readers, and to emphasise their own. in fiction, for example, the writer may include descriptions of weather (e.g. cloudy, stormy, rainy weather creates a negative mood, the shining sun creates a positive mood).
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what MUST you talk about in question 6?
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- the themes and ideas the writers present.
- the attitudes and points of view of the writers.
- the language and structure used to present these ideas.
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give yourself some top tips for success with Question 6:
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- develop your points fully.
- ‘what, how, why?’ what idea is the writer presenting, how are they presenting it, why is this effective?
- look for both differences and similarities.
- if one text focuses on a different part of the theme than the other, talk about that. explain why the focus is an effective way of expressing the writer’s point of view. (e.g. when talking about war, one might talk about the atrocities of fighting on the frontline because they’re a soldier, and the other may focus on the patriotism of the country, as a citizen).
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what are the steps to question 6?
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- review the two texts, pick out one of the main ideas or perspectives that one of the two texts is presenting. write it out, referring to its similarities and differences when compared to the other text.
- use comparative language to explain differences and similarities. - give evidence from both texts to support your point. (use subject-specific terminology).
- explain how the writers present the idea or perspective you have picked out.
- look at the evidence in the texts, link it to your point to make the connection, and compare the two texts, and how both writers present the same idea.
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describe section B:
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you must choose between two creative writing questions - question 7 and question 8.
- section B answers will always be linked to the theme of the texts you read for Section A.
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describe question 7:
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- ‘imaginative piece’: use language creatively, your piece can be set anywhere, be about anything you like, and include any characters. it can be real or imagined.
- will aways provide you with a line to base your piece of writing off.
- you’ll be marked on your use of vocabulary and on your SPaG, so make sure you write carefully and accurately. improve your answer by using varied and interesting vocab and punctuation.
- the question in worth 40 marks. spend about 45 minutes answering the question, including planning time at the start and reading back over your answer at the end.
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describe question 8:
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- it will give you a prompt, e.g. ‘write about a time when you, or someone you know, celebrated a special occasion’. you can either write about something that’s actually happened, or make it up.
- you will also be given two photos for inspiration, and you can use them for ideas, or to give you a general place to begin. however, you don’t need to.
- you will be awarded for a range of vocabulary and use of SPaG. using more punctuation and more interesting vocabulary will gain you higher marks.
- worth 40 marks, spend 45 minutes on it, including planning and double-checking.
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what are the steps to planning your answer to Section B?
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- brainstorm your ideas relating to the question you’ve chosen. choose your best idea.
- decide on characters and setting. will you write about a real place and real characters, or will you make them up?
- content - beginning. are you telling the story from a particular character’s point of view, and are you using first person or third person? try to set the scene (give a sense of the place and time).
- content-middle. develop the action of your story, describe what happens to your characters.
- content-end. if it’s a story, it must have an ending that makes sense. if its a description/monologue, come to a conclusion. all endings must be satisfying to the reader.
DO NOT SPEND TOO LONG ON ONE PART OF YOUR STORY, PARTICULARLY ON EVENTS/CONVERSATIONS THAT DON’T MOVE THE STORY ALONG.
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what must you focus on when writing a description in question 7/8?
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come up with 3-4 specific elements.
- e.g. if writing about an event, choose:
a) where it took place
b) who was there
c) what the food and drinks were like
d) the atmosphere
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what must you include in questions 7/8?
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- vocab: use vivid and interesting vocab.
- language devices: to interest and engage the reader, use imagery (similes, metaphors, personification), sound effects (alliteration, onomatopoeia), and language based around the senses.
- structure: use an unusually structure to surprise or intrigue your reader. (start in middle, then flashback to start? diary entries? start with a one word sentence?).
- spelling: pay close attention to it.
- punctuation: use a range (engage your reader, slows down/speeds up your story).
