The following documents consist of a break-down of all the key themes found within the epic and of the characters. Quotes are found alongside analysis of passages, with supporting scholarship where appropriate. These have been designed for ‘The World of the Hero’ Paper (OCR: A-Level Classical Civilisation). Themes that are included: Moral values implicit in the Aeneid (including pietas and furor) Importance of Fate and Destiny Portrayal of War Portrayal of Different Nations Role of the Immortals Family Friendship Relationship between Mortals and Immortals Relationships between Men and Women Relationships between Parents and Children Role of Women (and their position in society) Historical and Political Context (Promotion of Augustus, Promotion of the Roman Empire, Augustus’ rise to power) NB: David West’s translation has been used when creating this document

A selection of 25 mindmaps designed for the OCR A-Level Classical Civilisations specification for Imperial Image. The following mindmaps provide a brief overview of key facts relating to: Early Roman History Octavian Comes to Rome Power Struggle Augustus’ Reign Augustus’ Legacy Later Representations These are intended to be used as a source of revision (A3 in size)

An eight-page document providing relevant scholarly views for: Octavian Comes to Rome Power-Struggle Augustus’ Reign Augustus’ Legacy and Later Representations Augustus and the Imperial Family Relevant prescribed sources This can be easily adapted so that you can add or remove relevant pieces of scholarship. There is space for annotations too

A two page document with the assessment criteria for the Edexcel GCSE History specification for ‘Weimar and Nazi Germany’ The mark-scheme for all relevant essay questions is broken down into squares with the relevant marks that can be highlighted/circled, with relevant spaces for any additional comments and target-setting. Can be completed digitally and then stuck in during responding to feedback or by hand. Ideal for responding to feedback.

Greek Religion (OCR Classical Civilisations) - a set of revision quizzes which cover the whole of the course. Each quiz has a set of 10 questions (with one containing five questions) which cover a previous one/two lessons. Designed to be used as part of retrieval practice for A-Level students. They can be used as a bell-task activity or as part of revision, allowing students to consolidate their knowledge on previous lessons before moving forward and make links to the wider context. 245 facts can be learnt through completing these quizzes! This resource also contains answers to all quizzes. They are tagged together, with titles at the top to make storage easy.

The following revision guide has been designed for OCR Classical Civilisations: Greek Religion and is intended for the use of A-Level students. It covers all six sections of the course: Nature of the Olympian Gods Personal Experience of the Divine Religion and Society Places of Worship Rituals and Priests Religion and Philosophy Exam Overview Example Essay Questions that are listed from previous exam papers which students can complete Glossary Key Individuals It has been attached as both a PDF and Word Document

Designed for the AQA ‘Power and Conflict’ cluster (9-1). This sheet covers Agard’s ‘Checking Out Me History’ and provides an overview of: Context A short-summary 5 key quotes with interpretations Form and Structure Poems that could be compared with ‘Checking Out Me History’

Designed for the AQA ‘Power and Conflict’ cluster (9-1). This sheet covers Armitages’ ‘Remains’ and provides an overview of: Context A short-summary 5 key quotes with interpretations Form and Structure Poems that could be compared with ‘Remains’

The following answers scored 9 out of 10 marks and is focused on a passage taken from Book 2 of Virgil’s Aeneid. It can be used as an example essay after mocks or as a source of revision. It is intended to be used by AS/A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation ‘World of the Hero’ specification.

The following essay scored 25/30 marks and was written in response to the question:‘’It is impossible to sympathise with the Suitors; they are all just a bunch of villains’’. It can be used as an example essay after mocks or as a source of revision for students. It is intended to be used by AS/A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation ‘World of the Hero’ specification

Designed for the AQA ‘Power and Conflict’ cluster (9-1). This sheet covers William Blake’s ‘London’ and provides an overview of: Context A short-summary 5 key quotes with interpretations Form and Structure Poems that could be compared with ‘London’

Folder dividers broken down into each of the five topic areas for OCR’s AS/A-Level specification for ‘Imperial Image.’ It is broken down into the relevant themes, with a list of both prescribed and additional sources.

A breakdown of all prescribed (and non-prescribed) visual and literary sources into topic sections (see below) for the OCR A-Level Classical Civilisation Specification for ‘Greek Religion,’ intended for the use of A-Level students. The topics included are: Nature of the Olympian Gods Personal Experience of the Divine Religion and Society Places of Worship Rituals and Priests Religion and Philosophy This document is intended to highlight the sources which would be most relevant to include in essay questions, particularly the short-essay and extended response.

Designed for the AQA ‘Power and Conflict’ cluster (9-1). This sheet covers Hughes’ ‘Bayonet Charge’ and provides an overview of: Context A short-summary 5 key quotes with interpretations Form and Structure Poems that could be compared with ‘Bayonet Charge’

This booklet provides an overview of Homer’s Odyssey for the GCSE OCR Specification for the ‘Homeric World’ paper. It covers: Literary Techniques and Composition Themes Character of Odysseus Portrayal of Key Characters There is a glossary of key terms, a summary of key characters and an exam overview. There are also accompanying essay plans (fill-in) and summary sheets.

The following essay was written in response to the following question: ‘‘Compare the ways poets present ideas about war in Bayonet Charge and in one other poem from ‘Power and Conflict’ (AQA). The answer achieved 20 out of a possible 30 marks. It can be used as a form of revision or when responding to feedback to enhance essay skills and further develop analytical writing style.

A selection of 13 exemplar essays written in response to exam questions concerning the AQA GCSE Specification for ‘Conflict and Tension: 1914-1918. All answers were high attaining and there is an example for each question type (4,12, 8 and 16 markers). These can be used as a source of revision or to help develop essay writing skills before/after an examination.

The following essay scored 26/30 marks and was written in response to the question:‘’Athene’s role in the Odyssey is essential for the success of the epic’’. It can be used as an example essay after mocks or as a source of revision for students. It is intended to be used by AS/A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation ‘World of the Hero’ specification (NB - Not written under timed conditions)

Designed for students to use who are studying/following the OCR GCSE Classical Civilisations specification, covering 2.1:Key Sites (Literature and Culture: Mycenaean Age). Image Citation: https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/db332f8445c5367fc760c1b03c4397267dee6b4d/0_286_3467_2081/master/3467.jpg?width=700&quality=85&auto=format&fit=max&s=9f88ff16c30ffc7707307573b2f90987