Short paragraphs and you must find the similar meaning word within the extract

This is an A* example essay on how Mr Birling is inconsiderate towards his family in ‘An Inspector Calls’ by JB Priestley.

A variety of comprehension extracts and questions. PowerPoints that focus on Point-Evidence-Explanation of well-known literary characters that KS3 should already be familiar with. Hints and tips on how to answer the questions.

15 different comprehensions including poetry, prose and diary entries. Range of questions that are typical to KS2 and AQE preparations.

This is a useful resource that is a full mark essay on Sheila changing for the better. It uses a Point-Evidence-Technique-Explanation structure.

I have used these speeches for Year 11 CCEA English Language Writing for Purpose and Audience. The speech topics are very relevant and relatable to the pupils. I use this to model examples of highly persuasive speeches and what the pupils should be aiming for. I also use it as a way for them to identify the devices that are being used frequently e.g. facts and figures, list of three. It is a handy worksheet for them to read and annotate especially when analysing purpose and audience which will then help them to structure their own answers.