English Literature

    OCR
    A-Level

    Specification: H472

    English Literature develops your ability to analyse poetry, prose and drama from different eras. You'll explore how writers create meaning through language, structure and form while developing your own critical voice.

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    Key Features

    • Analyse language and structure
    • Explore context and themes
    • Compare texts effectively
    • Write compelling essays

    Assessment Objectives

    AO1
    25%-30%

    Articulate informed, personal and creative responses to literary texts, using associated concepts and terminology, and coherent, accurate written expression

    AO2
    30%-35%

    Analyse ways in which meanings are shaped in literary texts

    AO3
    23%-25%

    Demonstrate understanding of the significance and influence of the contexts in which literary texts are written and received

    AO4
    15%-20%

    Explore connections across literary texts

    AO5
    15%-20%

    Explore literary texts informed by different interpretations

    What Gets Top Grades

    A*/Grade 9

    Knowledge & Understanding

    Demonstrates comprehensive and accurate knowledge

    • Uses correct subject-specific terminology
    • Shows detailed understanding of concepts
    • Makes accurate connections between topics
    • Demonstrates depth beyond surface-level knowledge

    Application

    Applies knowledge effectively to new contexts

    • Selects relevant knowledge for the question
    • Adapts understanding to unfamiliar scenarios
    • Uses examples appropriately
    • Shows awareness of context

    Analysis & Evaluation

    Develops sophisticated analytical arguments

    • Constructs logical chains of reasoning
    • Considers multiple perspectives
    • Weighs evidence to reach justified conclusions
    • Acknowledges limitations and nuances

    Key Command Words

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    State
    1 mark

    Give a single fact or term

    Identify
    1 mark

    Name or select

    Describe
    2-4 marks

    Account of process or features

    Explain
    3-6 marks

    Give reasons with BUSINESS-FACING outcomes

    Analyse
    6-9 marks

    Examine methodically showing cause→effect→outcome

    Evaluate
    9-12 marks

    Judge, weigh up evidence, reach SYNOPTIC conclusion

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