Crime and punishment article and PowerPoint presentation
KS3, KS4
Years 7-11
This fully resourced and differentiated lesson helps students to approach AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 3, which focuses on language analysis.
It’s ideal preparation for both KS3 and KS4 students getting ready for Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives.
The download contains a one-page article about monitoring offenders. The accompanying PowerPoint asks pupils to spot language techniques in the article. There is then a short language analysis task to complete, before students self-assess and complete a plenary.
Learning outcomes
- Describe different language techniques and their effects
- Explain how a writer uses different language techniques
- Evaluate the effectiveness of your explanations using success criteria
What does the GCSE English Paper 2 Question 3 require students to do?
GCSE English Language Paper 2 Question 3 requires students to analyse how a writer uses language to create effects and influence the reader. This involves:
- Identifying language features: Point out specific language features like similes, metaphors, alliteration, imagery, tone, and sentence structure.
- Explaining effects: Discuss how these features affect the reader, such as creating mood, emphasising points, or shaping thoughts and feelings.
- Using evidence: Provide relevant quotations from the text to support your analysis.
- Analysing in detail: Explain how the chosen quotations contribute to the overall effect and meaning.
- Structured response: Present your ideas clearly and logically.
This question usually carries 12 marks and requires a detailed and well-organised response.
You can find more resources from Lead Practitioner on his website at englishgcse.co.uk. Browse more GCSE English Language revision resources.
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