AQA english paper 1 tommrow! tips please...:D

hey. AQA english paper 1 exam tommorow and i need some tips on section B! i absolutely hate it! i alwats average 13-19 on it and stops me getting my A*. :frown:

i get full marks on section A but poor on section B? please help....

Reply 1

JessieD5056

Don't panik!!! Look at the questions in section b calmly and choose whats best for you. ARGUE, PERSUADE, ADVISE, so argue persuade or advice, keep the target market in mind and use all those techniques you learn about. PLAN its not fun but 5 minutes to think through what you want to include will help. Use a variety of sntance structures, ie use subordanate clauses or 2 part sentances, be creative so long as it makes sence your fine. PROOF READ spelling and grammar are my weakest when writing in exams proof readings can stop you throwing marks away.I was told that around 5 to 7 paragraphs is good and to aim for at least 2 sides of an A4 page but make sure the structure is clear.

Don't worry there is always paper 2!!! Rember to practise techniques for INforming, explaining and advising in this one, and whatere your doing in the anthology probably other cultures poems(tiltes are important for them)

Reply 2

tsrcharlo

Section B is comparing two poems, my plan is to: try it On paper 2

1) Themes
2) Structure
3) Use or language
4) Poet's feelings
5) Your response

Do keep in mind to compare throughout.

Also I am a bit worried about paper 1, section B, writing to persuade. I would say revise the techniques and practice questions. Although there are't many about, if you find any more that one, let me know. :smile: