Timing plan 5 mins

Write 15 mins Romeo & Juliet Extract Answer

Intro link to the Exploring the quotes:
question with overview Link to the question
of meaning in the Place your extract here
extract. Explain where Link to the
the extract happens in terminology
the play Link to quote(s)
Start of the extract Explore the hidden
choose 2 3 quotes to and obvious meaning
explore
Zoom in on the
Middle of the extract
choose 2 3 quotes to
words
explore Explore the effect
End of the extract What were the
choose 2 3 quotes to writers intentions
explore Remember you
Conclude Short dont have to do
summary of points
every step every time

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)
Timing plan 5 mins. Think Key Questions linked
Write 35 mins. Romeo & Juliet Essay Answer to the question:
How is ____ shown at the
start/middle/end?
Intro link to the
What type/effect does this
question. Explain which
3 events in the play you Plan your essay here; have_____?
How is this shown?
will focus on Intro
What supports this from the
Idea 1 Link to question: play?
choose a moment from Link to 3 ideas:
the play to explore Idea 1 Exploring the quotes:
(quotes if remembered) Moment/quotes: Link to the question
Idea 2 Link to the terminology
Language/struct link:
choose a 2nd moment Link to quote(s) or the
Idea 2
from the play to moment paraphrase
explore (quotes if Moment/quotes: what happens in this
remembered) Language/struct link: section of the play
Idea 3 Idea 3 Explore the hidden and
choose a moment from Moment/quotes obvious meaning
the play to explore Language/struct link Zoom in on the words
(quotes if remembered Conclude Explore the effect
Conclude Short Summary of points: What were the writers
summary of points 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)
Timing plan
5 min. and write
40 minutes
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
Explode the Extract Sentence starters: In the extract
this suggests/implies/infers/conveys
Answer; BB, AIC, LOTF The whole text shows Linking this
Exploring the quotes:
Place your extract here
Link to the question
Plan and decide how to explode to the
Link to the terminology
whole text as you plan each section
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 dont
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.
Timing plan
5 min. and write
40 minutes
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
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.
Explode the Extract Sentence starters: In the extract
this suggests/implies/infers/conveys
Answer; A Christmas Carol The whole text shows Linking this
with Context Contextually Historically In Victorian Times
Place your extract here Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Plan and decide how to explode to the
Link to the terminology
whole text as you plan each section. Also, Link to quote(s)
make a short note of how the context links Explore the hidden and
to your analysis too. 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
Timing plan 5 Sentence starters: In the poem we see
min. write 15 Anthology; single poem this suggests/implies/infers/conveys
mins. The poet implies/shows Linking this to the
essay 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 Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Plan and decide which quotes to select Link to the terminology
and which 3 pieces of context you will Link to quote(s)
write about 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;
stanzas; the verses of the poem; layout; how it appears and what effect this has, connotations; implied meanings
Timing plan 5 min. write 35 mins.
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
Sentence starters: In the poem we see
Anthology; comparison this suggests/implies/infers/conveys
The poet implies/shows Linking this to the
poem essay time/place/intentions
Place your poem here Exploring the quotes:
Link to the question
Plan and decide which quotes to select Link to the terminology
and which 3 pieces of context you will Link to quote(s)
write about 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;
stanzas; the verses of the poem; layout; how it appears and what effect this has, connotations; implied meanings
Timing plan 5 min. write 15 Sentence starters: In the poem we see
mins. Unseen Poetry; single this suggests/implies/infers/conveys
The poet implies/shows Linking this to the
poem essay time/place/intentions

Place your poem here Exploring the quotes:

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
Link to the question
Plan and decide which quotes to select
Link to the terminology
and which 3 pieces of context you will
Link to quote(s)
write about Explore the hidden and
obvious meaning
Zoom in on the
words/connotations
Explore the effect
What were the writers
intentions
Dont get stuck on
meaning read and re-
read the poem.
Look for clues in the
question to help you.

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;
stanzas; the verses of the poem; layout; how it appears and what effect this has, connotations; implied meanings
Timing plan 5 min. write 35 mins.
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
Sentence starters: In both poems we see
Unseen; comparison this suggests/implies/infers/conveys
The poet implies/shows Linking this to the
poem essay time/place/intentions In both we see
Similarities and differences are shown
Place your poem here Exploring the quotes:
Plan and decide which quotes to select Link to the question
and which 3 pieces of context you will Link to the terminology
write about 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;
stanzas; the verses of the poem; layout; how it appears and what effect this has, connotations; implied meanings
Timings: Reading 10 Timings: Reading 14
A1 5, A2 8, A3 12
A4 12, A5 12 minutes
Language Reading Exam Key Reminders A1 5, A2 12, A3 5
A4 12, A5 12 minutes

Non - Fiction 2A Reading

Fiction 1A Reading TOP TIPS:
Be Concise A1 list 3 points linked to the
A1 list 5 points linked to the question in separate bullet points
question in separate bullet points Use connectives to move onto your
A2 Language Analysis link to
A2 Language Analysis link to next point
question, quote, terminology,
question, quote, terminology, Choose short and snappy quotes meaning & effect (7 8 quotes)
meaning & effect (7 8 quotes) Choose quotes that stand out A3 Answer 2 or 3 questions
A3 - Language Analysis link to Choose quotes that link to the where you select information or
question, quote, terminology, question make inferences on the text
meaning & effect (7 8 quotes) Timing is key A4 Persuasive evaluation Link
A4 Language and Structure to question, quote, opinion,
Analysis -link to question, quote, Moving onto Comparing Contrasting alternative readers opinions(build
terminology, meaning & effect the next (similarities) (differences) argument)
levels of tension and drama too point Also Compared with However
Another Similarly On the other A5 Synthesis question - bring
(7-8quotes) idea In the same way hand together information from two
A5 Persuasive evaluation Link As well as Likewise On the texts using quotes and showing
to question, quote, opinion, Moreover Equally contrary similarities or differences *NOT
alternative readers Furthermore As with Instead COMPARING* (4 or more quotes)
are similar in As for
opinions(build argument) To support that Alternatively A6 Comparison question
this compare similarities or
To enhance Word Class: Despite differences in both texts (select a
Terminology: emotive language, In addition this range of quotes from both texts)
Noun
whereas
hyperbole, metaphor, simile, facts, Adjective while...
personification,, imagery, tone, Verb although
sentence structures, repetition Adverbs yet
first/second/third person, narrative Connotations
voice, alliteration, triplets,
Timings: Reading 10 Timings: 5 minutes planning
A1 5, A2 8, A3 12
A4 12, A5 12 minutes
Language Writing Exam Key Reminders 25 minutes writing then
move onto the second task

Fiction 1B Writing Writing Success Criteria: Non - Fiction 2B Writing

Choice of 4 task titles You must plan your writing this Transactional Writing: writing
will aid clarity and stop you for a purpose
Write a story
forgetting what you were going to You will have to write two
Structure it effectively add in separate texts
opening rising action TIPTOP paragraphs = time, place, Check the PAFT Purpose,
climax falling action topic, person new paragraph audience, format and tone
resolution Sentence structures use a highlight the question to
Keep it interesting and variety simple, compound and identify this first
engaging complex You may be asked to write to:
Make it believable Check your spelling Inform, advise, persuade,
Stick to something you know Check your punctuation - . , ; : ! ? entertain, review
Make sure you have capital You may be asked to format this
Dont overcomplicate the
letters for the start of sentences as:
plot and Proper Nouns Speech, letter, review, article or
Do use language to create Edit your writing go back and report
imagery and tension if check you have included all the Check your audience (who you
applicable words in sentences are writing for) carefully and
consider the tone you use.
Tone should it be Formal or
Informal, friendly or serious,
Techniques you can use are: emotive language, hyperbole, metaphor, simile, consider this carefully.
facts, personification,, imagery, tone, sentence structures, repetition, triplets
first/second/third person, narrative voice, alliteration, dialogue (sparingly)
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 - 40 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 Contrasting (differences)
Link to the question explain briefly what you think Comparing However
(similarities) On the other hand
Quote to support what you have said Compared with On the contrary
Explain fully the meaning obvious and hidden meanings Similarly Instead
Link to the subject terminology (language or structure) In the same way As for
Explore connotations of words or hidden meaning Likewise Alternatively
Explain the effect on the reader or the writers intentions Equally Despite this
As with whereas
Link to the question at some point in your answer
are similar in while...
Explore alternative meanings that although
You will also have to link to context. yet
Blood Brothers/An Inspector Calls/Lord of the Flies 45 Literature Paper 2: Reading Analysis
minutes
Explode the extract (35 marks and 5 SPAG & VOCAB marks) Unseen Poetry 1 hour
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. Single poem 20 minutes 15
Main Section of the Essay (Note not a paragraph, but a section of the essay); marks
Address the start of the extract and use quotes to explore what it means and how it is Write an overview statement about
linked to the question. Focus closely on language and structure here and explore what the poem is suggesting
carefully specific words and their meanings (I like you to use connotations for this).
(remembering not to write it in the
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
first person think about it as a critical
you have included in this section of the essay? (Also, you can interlink examples from analysis task), Choose 6 or more
different places in the text) Focus on the middle of the extract and repeat the analysis quotes to analyse, Conclusion give a
linked to the question for the extract and again bring in the whole text. Repeat the brief summary of what you think the
analysis of key quotes/moments in the extract and moments in the book until you have poem is about and a link to the
covered up to 6 quotes from the extract and engaged with 3 other areas from the whole question again. Make sure you have
text. covered a couple of quotes from the
Conclusion Summarise what you think about the question linking it first to the extract top, middle and bottom of the poem.
and then to the whole text as well.
Comparison poem - 40 minutes
25 marks
A Christmas Carol 45 minutes Write an overview statement about
Explode the extract and include context what both the poems are suggesting,
Do exactly the same structure as the Blood Brothers/An Inspector Calls/Lord Start with poem 2 analyse and
of the Flies Essay, but when you link to the whole text or when you move on compare this to poem 1, state the
from the analysis of the extract Link to context at these points. similarities and differences and use
comparison connectives, Conclusion
Guide to analysis: BB/AIC/LOTF, A Christmas Carol & The Unseen Poetry give a brief summary of what you think
Link to the question, Quote, Explain meaning obvious and hidden, Link to both poems have in common are how
the subject terminology (language or structure), Explore connotations of they are different and link to the
words, Explain the effect on the reader or the writers intentions, Link to the question again.
question, Explore alternative meaning (A Christmas Carol Link To Context) See Paper One Guide for useful connectives