This resource examines Theme/Issue in the following texts:
The Shawshank Redemption by Frank Darabont
Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan
Sive by John B. Keane
Tabular notes examining 6 comparable themes in chronological order throughout each text
As a previous LC examiner, these are notes I found useful when teaching my own class on how to approach the 70m question
Notes on approaching the essay
Sample Essay included (LC HL 2024 – Using 2 Texts)
A 162 slide resource of notes to use when studying William Shakespeare’s Macbeth!
This powerpoint consists of:
An introduction to the play itself (engaging activities)
An introduction to William Shakespeare as a playwright
Character introductions (a brief “who is who” at the beginning to aid student comprehension)
A detailed summary of each scene with notes on the significance (character and plot development, motifs, themes and symbols) within each scene
Comprehension questions following vital scenes
Engaging student activities/tasks throughout which aid students practice and confidence of Question B styled tasks in Paper 1 (Letters, Diary Entries, Article Writing)