Unit 1 - III. Planning And Structuring A Commentary Flashcards
Intro
- learn how to read and plan your response
- select key words to help shape your introductory and response
- learn how different introductions can focus on different elements in the text
A Process For Response - Step 1
Read the passage closely at least twice.
Why? The first reading gives an overall sense, what happens and how it fits together. The second will allow you to focus on how the passage works, the specific language style and mood created.
A Process For Response - Step 2
Divide the passage into equal sections.
Why? You will give equal attention to the different sections.
A Process For Response - Step 3
Divide the time.
Why? Often, candidates write impressive material for the first part, but then the rest lacks the same depth. Deal with all the passage in the same depth.
A Process For Response - Step 4
Make a list of key words and phrases. (6-7 words max)
Why? You can’t write about everything, but you need some particularly powerful, vivid or meaningful words or phrases to hang your key ideas around. You may wish to colour-code words and phrases that seem related.
A Process For Response - Step 5
Plan your response.
Why? Even if you don’t have time, mentally consider the structure of your response. Plan to show the progression of the passage so it develops and unfolds.
What Kind of Words or Phrases Should You List?
- suggest a particular mood or attitude of the writer at that point in the passage.
- seem to suggest certain qualities or ideas
- seem to echo others in the extract
- seem to contrast with others in the extract
- you can use for your introduction
How Should You Use Said Words and Phrases Listed?
- What voice or perspective is exemplified through these selected words?
- What is the passage or writer implying?
- What relationships in the passage are presented and how do they change/develop?
- What contexts are shown? Social? Cultural? Economic? Geographical? Historical?
A Process For Response - Step 4
Make a list of key words and phrases. (6-7 words max)
Why? You can’t write about everything, but you need some particularly powerful, vivid or meaningful words or phrases to hang your key ideas around. You may wish to colour-code words and phrases that seem related.
A Process For Response - Step 5
Plan your response.
Why? Even if you don’t have time, mentally consider the structure of your response. Plan to show the progression of the passage so it develops and unfolds.
What Kind of Words or Phrases Should You List?
- suggest a particular mood or attitude of the writer at that point in the passage.
- seem to suggest certain qualities or ideas
- seem to echo others in the extract
- seem to contrast with others in the extract
- you can use for your introduction
How Should You Use Said Words and Phrases Listed?
- What voice or perspective is exemplified through these selected words?
- What is the passage or writer implying?
- What relationships in the passage are presented and how do they change/develop?
- What contexts are shown? Social? Cultural? Economic? Geographical? Historical?
