Reading closely, arguing clearly
English
Current school topics
Analytical paragraphs on an unseen extract
You said this feels difficult: Explaining effect, not just naming technique
School assessment — analytical response · 12 August
Recommended next session
Guided session · Evidence selection
25–35 min. You own the priority and attempt it independently first — hints come after your attempt.
Recent learning
Structure an analytical paragraph
Built a full paragraph with prompting on the final explanatory sentence.
Due revision
- Practising
Analyse method and effect
Thursday · 10 min
Syllabus objectives
Status is based on evidence, never on a single answer.
- Secure
Select precise supporting evidence
E1.1 · Evidence selection · Chose short, precise quotations independently
- Practising
Analyse writer's method and effect
E2.1 · Analysis · Named the method, effect on reader still general
- Developing
Structure an analytical paragraph
E3.1 · Argument structure · Paragraph shape improving, conclusion rushed
- Needs more evidence
Edit for clarity under time pressure
E4.1 · Editing · Needs more evidence under timed conditions
Teacher feedback & materials
- Class teacher (2 Aug)Evidence choice is strong; develop the analysis further.
- Unseen extract handout