GCSE English Unit 1 (Foundation)Section A – Reading

Section A

Reading 15 minsQ1a 4 marks 6 minsQ1b 4 marks 6 minsQ2 8 marks 12 minsQ3 12 marks 18 minsQ4 12 marks 18 mins

Section BQ5 16 marks 24 minsQ6 24 marks 36 mins

Total 80 marks 2 hrs 15 mins

Compare the effects of presentational features in two texts. (12 marks)

TipComment on specific similarities and differences in the way the texts appear on the page.

Q4Q4

Band 3 Criteria• clear evidence that the texts are understood

in relation to presentational features • clear comparison and/or cross reference of

presentational features • clear analysis of the effect of the presentation• relevant and appropriate examples to support

ideas

Q4

WALT: improve how we comment on presentational features in texts

Band 3 Criteria• clear evidence that the texts are understood in relation to presentational features • clear comparison and/or cross reference of presentational features • clear analysis of the effect of the presentation• relevant and appropriate examples to support ideas

Q4WALT: improve how we comment on presentational features in texts

Task (10 minutes)Look at these two advertisements. What similarities and differences are there? Why do they appear in this way?

Source 2

Source 1

Band 3 Criteria• clear evidence that the texts are understood in relation to presentational features • clear comparison and/or cross reference of presentational features • clear analysis of the effect of the presentation• relevant and appropriate examples to support ideas

WALT: improve how we comment on presentational features in texts

Task (18 minutes)Answer to the question below.

Source 2

Source 1

Compare the effects of the presentational features in the two texts. (12 marks)Q4

Band 3 Criteria• clear evidence that the texts are understood in relation to presentational features • clear comparison and/or cross reference of presentational features • clear analysis of the effect of the presentation• relevant and appropriate examples to support ideas

WALT: improve how we comment on presentational features in texts

Task (5 minutes)Which elements of the Band 3 criteria are being met, and where?

Example ASource 1 contrasts two colours to reinforce that the website compares things. These colours are also the main colours of the company brand, so you instantly know who they are when you see it. The word ‘ATTENTION!’ is big, bold, capitalised and emphasised by the exclamation mark to draw the reader towards the key message of the text. The meerkat is dressed in a sophisticated way even though he is a silly animal character, which makes the reader think the company is also sophisticated, but not without a sense of humour.

Q4

Band 3 Criteria• clear evidence that the texts are understood in relation to presentational features • clear comparison and/or cross reference of presentational features • clear analysis of the effect of the presentation• relevant and appropriate examples to support ideas

WALT: improve how we comment on presentational features in texts

Task (5 minutes)Which elements of the Band 3 criteria are being met, and where?

Example A (continued)In comparison, source 2 also clearly shows that the website compares things because the man is holding his arms out in a way which makes you think he is weighing up options. The fact that the ‘gocompare.com’ logo appears above each hand implies that they are the the only option. Furthermore, the character is, like the meerkat, dressed smartly despite being a very silly man with a ridiculous grin on his face. Again, this suggests that the company is smart but friendly and humorous.

Q4

Band 3 Criteria• clear evidence that the texts are understood in relation to presentational features • clear comparison and/or cross reference of presentational features • clear analysis of the effect of the presentation• relevant and appropriate examples to support ideas

WALT: improve how we comment on presentational features in texts

Task (10 minutes)How could this answer be improved?

Example BSource 1 has two different colours in the background which are the main colours of compare the meerkat. The word ‘ATTENTION!’ is big and bold which has an effect on the reader. The meerkat is a silly animal character which will make the reader laugh. It says ‘for cheap car insurance’ which makes the reader know what the company does.Source 2 is all white and has the company logo on it twice. The man’s tie matches the logo. He is smiling because he thinks go compare is really good. He is holding up his hands to celebrate how good they are. His moustache is silly which will make the reader laugh.

Q4

Band 3 Criteria• clear evidence that the texts are understood in relation to presentational features • clear comparison and/or cross reference of presentational features • clear analysis of the effect of the presentation• relevant and appropriate examples to support ideas

Q4WALT: improve how we comment on presentational features in texts

Task (15 minutes)Go back to your answer from the beginning of the lesson. Redraft it using the skills we have focused on this lesson.

Source 2

Source 1

• Compare the presentational devices of these advertisements• .

GCSE English Unit 1 (Foundation)Section A – Reading

Section A

Reading 15 minsQ1a 4 marks 6 minsQ1b 4 marks 6 minsQ2 8 marks 12 minsQ3 12 marks 18 minsQ4 12 marks 18 mins

Section BQ5 16 marks 24 minsQ6 24 marks 36 mins

Total 80 marks 2 hrs 15 mins

Compare the effects of presentational features in two texts. (12 marks)

TipComment on specific similarities and differences in the way the texts appear on the page.

Q4Q4

Band 3 Criteria• clear evidence that the texts are understood

in relation to presentational features • clear comparison and/or cross reference of

presentational features • clear analysis of the effect of the presentation• relevant and appropriate examples to support

ideas

Q4

WALT: improve how we comment on presentational features in texts

Task (10 minutes)Look at these two images. What similarities and differences are there? What effect does each have on the reader?

Task (10 minutes)The title for each one is now attached. How can you support your ideas from the last task with words from these headlines?

City take title after day of footballing drama

The Case for Messi

Q4. Compare how presentational features are used differently in both texts.

City take title after day of footballing drama

The Case for Messi