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28 May 2025

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This insightful student-written model essay explores the topic of gender bias in English language, offering a structured and analytical approach to the 30-mark AQA A-Level Language question:

“Evaluate the idea that there is a bias against women in the English language.”

Perfect for introducing key theorists and preparing students to write extended responses on language and gender.

What’s Included:
  • A high-quality, exam-style model answer for a 30-mark evaluation task
  • Clear integration of theorists: Julia Stanley, Dale Spender, Muriel Schulz, Sue Lees
  • Focus on concepts such as lexical asymmetry, marked terms, semantic derogation and determinism vs reflectionism
  • Critical prompts: “What does this essay do well?” and “How can it be improved?”
Ideal For:
  • AQA A-Level English Language students studying Language and Gender
  • Teachers looking for peer-modelled answers to stimulate class discussion or structure marking tasks
  • Students seeking examples of how to integrate theory and structure effective arguments
Bonus Features:
  • Great for modelling, annotation tasks, and peer review activities
  • Can be used independently or alongside your Language & Gender SoW
  • Encourages reflective and evaluative skills through metacognitive prompts

Format: Editable PDF
Recommended Age Range: KS5 / A-Level (16–18)
Exam Board: AQA (also adaptable for Eduqas, Edexcel, OCR)

Review

5

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micromart123

a month ago
5

This is a top-tier resource for A-Level English Language students exploring gender bias. The model essay is exceptionally well-written — a brilliant exemplar of argument construction, critical engagement, and use of linguistic theory. The accompanying critical thinking activity is thought-provoking and encourages students to interrogate assumptions and develop their own lines of reasoning. It’s ideal for boosting confidence in discursive writing and helping students refine their evaluative skills. A go-to resource for teaching bias, representation, and essay structure at a high level.

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