Revision Guides

Here are the revision guides year 11 have produced for paper 1 section a. There is a video guide to answering each of the types of question you will be asked.

1. Fact and Opinion



2. Follow an argument





3. Language questions



4. Presentational devices

Year 10 - GCSE paper 2 - Writing to describe

'Imagination is more important than knowledge' - Einstein

GCSE paper 2 section B requires students to inform, explain or describe. This term we have been working on the skills needed when writing to describe. This section of the exam also provides a real opportunity for students to use their imagination and express themselves in a creative way.

As part of your preparation for your mock exam have a look at some responses from students in last year's exam. One is a grade C, the other a grade B. Read both pieces and post a comment suggesting 1) why one is better than the other and 2) how the B grade student could improve to get an A.

Due Tuesday

Year 10 - GCSE Paper 2 - Poetry From Different Cultures

The mock GCSE exam for year 10 will take place at the end of June. In order to prepare for this you need to make sure you are familiar with the requirements of both exam papers. This week we are focussing on Paper 2: you will be asked to write an essay comparing 2 poems and to produce a piece of descriptive writing.

To prepare for this your first H/W this week is to read the two examples of A/A* poetry essays and post a comment below to show that you have read them. You can access both essays by clicking here.