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Remains – WJEC Eduqas GCSE Poetry Anthology

This two-lesson mini-unit provides an in-depth study of Simon Armitage’s Remains, created specifically for GCSE students following the WJEC Eduqas poetry anthology. Carefully structured to build analytical skills and support comparative work, this resource is ideal for preparing students for this section of the English Literature exam.

The download includes:

A fully editable 53-slide PowerPoint presentation and 5 worksheets

What’s Included:
Lesson One:

Context – Introduces students to the Gulf War and the impact of PTSD, featuring an extract from the Channel 4 documentary Forgotten Heroes: The Undead.

First Reading – A guided first look at Remains, with structured discussion and comprehension questions (with answers).

Language Analysis – A detailed examination of Armitage’s language choices, supported by thought-provoking questions and model responses.

Essay Writing – A practice exam-style essay task to consolidate understanding, complete with an exemplar answer.

Lesson Two:

Imagery – Analytical focus on the poet’s use of vivid and emotive imagery.

Themes – Exploration of key themes such as trauma, memory, and conflict.

Structure and Form – Analysis of the poem’s structure, form, rhythm, and rhyme, considering how these elements reinforce meaning.

Exam Preparation – Step-by-step guidance on how to compare Remains with War Photographer, including tips for writing an effective comparative response.

This comprehensive and adaptable resource is perfect for both classroom teaching and one on one tutoring. All materials can be easily edited to suit the needs of your learners and your teaching style.

Preview available – click the images to see a selection of pages from the presentation.