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Many students struggle with GCSE (AQA), English Language, Paper One - Question Three. This insightful and effective unit demonstrates how to link thematic elements of a text with structure and how to write analytically to reflect this understanding.

There is an explanation of how to write about theme and structure using a short extract from a Katherine Mansfield short story.

An extract from The Great Gatsby is then introduced along with probing questions about themes. An analytical table is included, along with a model paragraph to link structural features such as juxtaposition, zooming in and foreshadowing to intrigue about theme. A short writing frame is provided to support students with additional needs.

The second booklet uses an extract from Anne of Green Gables to assess student’s understanding. There is another analytical table with model paragraph to share with students.

This is a successful resource which you can use to teach this challenging part of Paper One!