Language Paper 1 Question 5 Descriptive and Narrative Writing Aim

Language Paper 1 Question 5 Descriptive and Narrative Writing Aim to write at least 3 paragraphs Aim to use at least 3 STARS devices in your writing

Senses Triples Similes (or power of 3) Use STARS in your writing Repetition Alliteration

Triples The triple is an effective technique to use in descriptive writing because: It is the smallest number needed for a pattern to emerge; Three is also the smallest number needed to create a rhythm; Three allows a beginning, a middle and an end. “Ready, Steady, Go!”

Repetition Repetition in general is the repeating of a word, theme or idea within a sentence or a poetical line, in order to emphasize. Anaphora is the repetition of the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive sentences “We shall go on to the end, we shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas.” Commoratio is the repetition of an idea several times in different words. “He's passed on! This parrot is no more! He has ceased to be!”

Also, think carefully about your vocabulary choices. Try and level up the words you choose.

Example

Writing to describe Plan first What do you need to consider and remember to include for this task? Write a description suggested by the image OR Write the opening to a story that is set at sea

Writing to describe What do you need to consider and remember to include for this task? Write a description suggested by the image OR Write the opening to a story that is set in a theme park

Writing to Narrate What do you need to consider and remember to include for this task? You are entering a 300 word descriptive writing competition to be judged by the PTA. Write the beginning of a short story suggested by the image.

Writing to describe What do you need to consider and remember to include for this task? Write a description suggested by the image OR Write the opening to a story about extreme weather

Language Paper 2 Question 5 Argumentative and Opinion Writing Use the OREO structure to structure your paragraphs Aim to use at least 3 PERSUADER devices in your writing

Opinion Writing Using the sentence starters, explain your opinion as to which chocolate bar is the best!

This is the writing frame we use at GCSE for opinion writing. In my opinion Mars Bars are by far the best chocolate bar out there This is because the combination of creamy caramel and succulent truffle is the best. The fact that there is so many Mars products out there; drinks, ice-creams shows just how popular it is; everybody loves it A Mars Bar is reliable, honest and will never let you down and will remain my favourite chocolate forever. As the slogan says; a Mars a day helps you work, rest and play.

Direct address Rhetorical Power (second person) question of three Undermine Repetition opposing view PERSUADER Emotive language Statistics & facts Exaggeration Anecdote

Power of three The power of three is an effective technique to use in persuasive writing because: It is the smallest number needed for a pattern to emerge; Three is also the smallest number needed to create a rhythm; Three allows a beginning, a middle and an end. “Ready, Steady, Go!”

Emotive language Language which creates a strong emotional response in the reader. A deliberate use of language by a writer to instil a certain feeling. “One hundred men have been killed by troops.” “One hundred victims have been slaughtered by troops.” How would the emotions of the reader change?

Rhetorical question A question asked merely for effect – an answer is not expected. A rhetorical question is usually a question that is asked for a purpose other than to obtain the information the question asks. For example, "Why are you so stupid?" is likely to be a statement referring to someone's opinion of the person rather than a genuine request to know.

Statistics and Statistics and facts facts add authority to your writing; They convey to your audience that what you are saying is true; If you have evidence to support your argument then you must be telling the truth?!

Undermine opposing view Think about how your opponent might respond and use this as part of your argument in favour. Phrases to help with this: Some might say Others may argue In opposition . People could claim However Conversely On the other hand Alternatively .

Anecdotes Anecdotes are a short account or brief story used to illustrate or support a point. Example: If someone was talking about the misuse of law enforcement, for example, they might tell a story about how a man in charge of road cleanup was ticketed for littering when a scrap of paper he had already picked up off the road blew out the back of his truck.

Directly address the reader (second person narrator) YOU

Exaggeration (hyperbole) Hyperbole is a device in which statements are exaggerated. It may be used to evoke strong feelings or to create a strong impression, but is not meant to be taken literally.

Repetition Repetition in general is the repeating of a word, theme or idea within a sentence or a poetical line, in order to emphasize. Anaphora is the repetition of the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive sentences “We shall go on to the end, we shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas.” Commoratio is the repetition of an idea several times in different words. “He's passed on! This parrot is no more! He has ceased to be!”

P – Power of three E – Exaggeration R – Rhetorical questions S – Statistics and facts U – Undermine the opposing view A – Anecdote D – Direct address E – Emotive language R - Repetition For argumentative writing, you must present counterarguments (the opposing view) and explain why you disagree with them. Phrases to help with this: Some might say Others may argue In opposition . People could claim However Conversely On the other hand Alternatively .

Writing to Comment “The legal drinking age is too low at 18. It should be raised to 21 to make the roads safer for everybody” Write a newspaper article in which you argue your point of view on this statement. (24 marks for content and organisation 16 marks for technical accuracy) 40 marks Check your spelling, punctuation and grammar carefully. Write in paragraphs Vary sentence starter Vary vocabulary Use devices Write your answer. You must make at least 3 clear points.

Writing to Comment “The Chinese school day is much more effective as they start at 7 and stop at midday and then begin lessons again at 2 until 5. The British education system should adopt the same timetable.” Write a letter to your headteacher in which you argue your point of view on this statement. (24 marks for content and organisation 16 marks for technical accuracy) Write in paragraphs 40 marks Check your spelling, punctuation and grammar carefully. Vary sentence starter Vary vocabulary Use devices Write your answer. You must make at least 3 clear points.

Writing to Comment “There is no place for PE in the school day anymore. The time would be better spent raising literacy and numeracy levels which are much more important than anything taught in PE” Write a speech to your headteacher in which you argue your point of view on this statement. (24 marks for content and organisation 16 marks for technical accuracy) Write in paragraphs 40 marks Check your spelling, punctuation and grammar carefully. Vary sentence starter Vary vocabulary Use devices Write your answer. You must make at least 3 clear points.

Writing to Comment “The new English curriculum is far too challenging for students. It is more of a memory test than a test of knowledge and therefore is pointless.” Write a letter to your headteacher in which you argue your point of view on this statement. (24 marks for content and organisation Write your 16 marks for technical accuracy) answer. Write in paragraphs 40 marks You must make Check your spelling, punctuation and grammar carefully. Vary sentence starter Vary vocabulary Use devices at least 3 clear points.