BFI method written exam

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Shakespeare Answer - Structure[pic 4][pic 5][pic 6]

Section a:

Analytical paragraphs (PEEL etc) to explore language, dramatic impact, structure

Try and structure according to ideas rather than going through the extract chronologically

Don't worry about an introduction but do situate the extract within its context in the play- try to think about why this is an important moment and how it achieves dramatic impact from what has gone before/ builds to what is comingThink about how the characterisation, language, staging etc in the extract is typical or not of the whole play; how do these techniques support or undermine the themes & ideas in the scene?

Section b:

Developed analytical paragraphs

Doesn't need an introduction or conclusion.[pic 7]

[pic 8]Connectives and Structure Contrast:

However, In contrast to,        On the other hand, Alternatively, Unlike, Whereas,        An opposing reading is… Another way of interpreting this... Emphasise:

Especially, Above all, Indeed, Notably, Significantly, In particular Sequence

Before, Secondly, Thirdly, Meanwhile, Eventually, Initially Develop

Moreover, As well, Too, Also, Additionally, Furthermore For effect

Because, Therefore, Thus, Consequently, As such Compare

Likewise, Similarly, In the same way, Equally, As with, Correspondingly

PEEL

Each paragraph must focus on a choice the author made in their writing; language, structure, style etc. What effect did they want to have upon their reader through this choice?[pic 9]

Point: Each paragraph needs a bold and confident TOPIC SENTENCE. This will set up every paragraph to develop ideas outlined in the introduction. Use literary and critical language.

Evidence: Use a well chosen, suitable, significant and brief quotation. Your chosen quote must connect to your point and have content that is worth exploring.

Explain/ Explore/ Engage/Embed Evidence/ : Use clear SIGNPOSTING and CONNECTIVES to frame and integrate your analysis into every paragraph. (Avoid introducing quotes/ analysis with ‘this quote on line…’

- signpost your analysis. The examiner will know the text.)

Explain and explore why the author has chosen to write that way and that point in the text; you are analysing the quote you have used. Embed individual words from your evidence or add further evidence to support your analysis.

How does it contribute to the wider message and meaning of the whole text? Show your personal engagement as a reader alongside showing an awareness of author’s intent.[pic 10]

Link: Each paragraph could link back to the question and building up your answer, showing development of meaning, in an effective and progressive way.

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