June 2018 - PC Language model articles - AQA A-Level English Language

Politically Correct Language – Satirical Opinion Articles in the Style of Famous Columnists
Perfect for AQA A-Level English Language Paper 2, Question 4

Bring the world of language debates to life with this engaging and versatile set of satirical opinion articles, each written in the distinctive voice of a well-known columnist. These articles respond directly to the 2018 AQA Paper 2 Section B insert on politically correct language, offering students an entertaining yet rigorous model for crafting their own opinion-based writing.

What’s Included:
Five full-length opinion articles written in the style of:

David Mitchell – dry, ironic, and sharp

Frankie Boyle – brutal, darkly funny, and provocative

Marina Hyde – satirical, political, and biting

Caitlin Moran – witty, feminist, and heartfelt

Jeremy Clarkson – blunt, controversial, and unapologetic

Fully integrated with language theory:

Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis

Euphemism treadmill (Pinker)

Gatekeeping, muted group theory, and language reform

Descriptivism vs prescriptivism

Change from above/below

Rich in AO2 and AO5 content – perfect for teaching students how to embed linguistic concepts in lively, persuasive writing.

Ideal for:
AQA English Language Paper 2, Question 4 preparation

Teaching opinion and argument-based writing

Exploring language, identity, and social change

Stretching higher-ability students with varied styles

Using as mentor texts, discussion starters, or model answers

Teacher Tips:
Use these articles as:

Exemplars for analytical annotation

Starters for debates on language and society

Models for students writing their own responses in a chosen voice

Springboards for exploring attitudes to language change and political correctness

Engage your students with language theory and laughter — because who says A-Level English can’t have a little satire?