TERM 2:
ESSAYS:
Remember to refer to the context (WW1, urban decay, imagism, etc).
Remember to answer the question - if it's on certainty, make sure all paragraphs tackle certainty. If it is a technique that applies to everything (imagery, dramatic persona) make sure to be clear that it applies to everything.
Work on the fluency of what you are writing - practice paragraphs as often as you can.
Maintain a formal tone throughout.
STORIES:
Time management!
Make sure to include all parts of the prompt in your creative writing.
Use as much imagery as possible.
Don't forget to develop your character through what you tell about them. Eg. Relationships, etc.
Accuracy in spelling and grammar matters.
TERM 1:
Remember to write your essay in the correct structure!
- Separate your paragraphs clearly
- Have a point and link.
Remember not to write in first person!
- No "We" or "I"
Remember to write the correct quotes!
Write three TEPAs per paragraph (or at least 2)!
To push your mark higher than a low B:
Start thinking how you can develop a specific argument. Draw out concepts from the texts. Eg. Instead of "Fear shapes human behaviour and collective experiences," consider...
Fear can affect people's behaviour as it can paralyze or propel characters into action.
Fear of social judgment shapes the collective experience as it can make people and communities compromise their morals, leading to hysteria.
Anger reverses the effects of fear, as it emerges from the conflict between personal desires and societal expectations.
Some of the top points from this class:
The Crucible highlights the fear of being accused of witchcraft which leads to the collective experience of hysteria.
Salem is a theocracy, the justice system manipulates the communities' fear into agreement with the leaders.
Miller implies that anger formed by fear leads to the rebellion of the people of Salem.