A full lesson for teaching Giuseppe by Roderick Ford and Medusa by Carol Ann Duffy, designed for the Edexcel A Level Literature qualification. This resource facilitates engaging, structured analysis of both poems, focusing on themes of dehumanisation, power, victimhood, and guilt.
This resource includes:
- An introduction to key themes – exploring dehumanisation, power, and the mistreatment of women in both poems.
- A ‘Stand and Justify’ activity – encouraging students to engage with different interpretations of Giuseppe.
- A poetic technique scavenger hunt – a group task focusing on symbolism, imagery, irony, tone, and characterisation.
- A structured comparison of Giuseppe and Medusa – guiding students to consider how each poet presents victimhood and power.
- Close reading and annotation prompts – encouraging detailed language and structural analysis.
- Success criteria for high-level comparative analysis – including language, structure, and thematic connections.
Please note: The text of Medusa is not included due to copyright, but it is freely available online.
Ideal for up to two lessons, this resource supports exam-style comparison skills and independent critical thinking. Perfect for unseen poetry practice.
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