unseen poetry: steps to answering question 1: English lit 2. Flashcards
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what is the first step?
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- Read the question, then the poem, then repeat this to ensure you understand the poem and are focused on what you’re being asked about.
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what is the second step?
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- Annotate the poem: Identify methods used by the writer and the reasons that they are important or significant. What effects are created? Try and cover aspects of both language and structure.
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what is the third step?
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- Decide on your three best points and the order you will write about them in.
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what is the fourth step?
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- Write your one-sentence introduction and then your three PEELSR paragraphs.
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example question you might be given.
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Q1 – In ‘To a Daughter Leaving Home’, how does the poet present the speaker’s feelings about her daughter? [24 marks]
