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Quick questions on The assessment objectives (AO1 to AO5) - WJEC A-Level English Literature
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What are reading a question for its objectives?Show answer
The most efficient exam habit is to read the objectives behind a question before writing. The command words and framing reveal them: "analyse how" foregrounds AO2; "compare" brings AO4; any mention of context or a period concern signals AO3; "in the light of this view" or "consider different interpretations" signals AO5. Then calibrate: spend most effort where the dominant objectives lie.
What are labelled-paragraph answers?Show answer
A paragraph each "for AO2" and "for AO3" reads mechanically; braid the objectives within an argument.
What is q1?Show answer
Which objective rewards analysis of how meanings are shaped in a text? [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
How can you tell from a question that AO5 is being assessed? [3 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain how you would read a question to decide which assessment objectives to prioritise, using an example. [20 marks]
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