Skill 5 – Comparing Extracts

by jnorth | Apr 12, 2014 | Reading, AQA Language Examination

Compare how language has been used to present the writers’  arguments in extracts one and two.  16 Marks.     You can view Brand’s original essay below:   You can also see an extract of Brand’s interview with Paxman here:  ...

Skill 1 – Following an Argument

by jnorth | Apr 12, 2014 | Reading, AQA Language Examination

What are Carol Ann Duffy’s views on the ‘books in prisons’ debate? 8 marks   You can read the original article and view the accompanying video through this link.

Skill 5 – Comparing extracts

by jnorth | Mar 24, 2014 | AQA Language Examination

Example question: Compare the ways in which language is used for effect in extracts one and two.  Give some examples and analyse the effects.  

GCSE Language Examination – Skill 3 Developing Analysis

by jnorth | Mar 16, 2014 | Reading, AQA Language Examination

How has the Orwell presented poverty in the extract taken from ‘Down and Out in Paris and London’? Download (PDF, 304KB)   [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwEMJiKA6AY] Here is the link to the Foodbank...

Fallen ‘heroes’ Question 2 Practise

by Christopher Waugh | Mar 3, 2014 | Reading, AQA Language Examination

Practise Question 2 Now read Source 2, the article and the picture which goes with it called, ‘Fallen ‘heroes’’ from Bristol University’s Independent Student newspaper. 3. Explain how the headline and picture are effective and how they link to the text. (8 marks)...

Lesson 3 Question 2 Practise [Unit 1 Examination]

by Christopher Waugh | Mar 3, 2014 | Reading, AQA Language Examination

Attached are the following documents to support your in preparing for question 2:  Practise Question on Chilean Miners with model answer and indicative content. Now read Source 2, the article and the picture that goes with it called, Trapped Chilean miners: rescue...