Enhancing Reading Skills with Extract Analysis Techniques

To Begin This is Non Fiction Paper 2 Section A Reading Skills You have 2 extracts in front of you You should read Extract 1: Reinventing the Wheel first for 2 minutes GO

A1 Selecting the right quote/information 4 MINUTES 3 MARKS Step 1 - Read the question A1(a) Step 2 - Re- read the start of the extract till you identify the answer to the first question Step 3 - Write the specific answer down linked to the key word from the question Step 4 - Continue reading with A1(b) in mind till you find the answer Step 5 - Repeat step 3 (write answer) Step 6 - Continue reading with A1(c ) in mind till you find the answer Step 7 - Repeat step 3 (write answer) KEY TOP TIP Answers will normally be chronological through the text This is a brief selection question NOT an analysis question

A2 Analysis question. Track through the extract. Comment on between 4 8 quotes. Aim to analyse language (zoom in on words/tone/terminology) 14 MINUTES 10 MARKS Step 1 Read the question Step 2 Re-read the text underlining/highlighting any quotes that answer the question Step 3 Write the answer Analysing the quotes you have selected to answer the question. Modelled example: Firstly, Stammer- Smith shows cycling is an enjoyable activity with the metaphor a wave of smugness suggesting he is feeling extremely pleased with his decision to cycle. MOVE ON = Furthermore, Another way, Secondly, Thirdly, Next ETC. KEY TOP TIP Link to the question, zoom in on words/tone/terminology (if you know it or leave out), quote, analysis, move on

To Continue Move onto Extract 2 You should read Extract 2: A wheel within a wheel first for 2 minutes GO

A3 selecting information and comprehension 4 MINUTES 3 MARKS Step 1 - Read the question Step 2 Re-read the extract underlining/highlighting answer to A3 (a) Step 3 Write the specific answer down linked to the key word from the question Step 4 Repeat the process for (b) & (c ) TOP TIP The inference is about showing a basic understanding of meaning not detailed analysis Warning for Step 4 (c ) you may get closed, specific questions &/or comprehension questions Comprehension will mean showing understanding of the key words in the quote

A4 Evidence and Evaluate (opinions) A selection of evidence to support a persuasive argument 14 MINUTES 10 MARKS Modelled example: I think Willard seems to have a determined mind-set about cycling when she says she s Firmly set to do this thing; I feel she was correct to pursue cycling as her gender shouldn t affect her ability to participate, but others seem less keen as she is a woman. Step 1 - Read the question Step 2 - Re-read the text underlining or highlighting quotes linked to the question Step 3 Write the answer give opinions related to the quotes KEY TOP TIPS Link to the question, quote, (no zooming in or techniques), opinions using I think/I feel, Offer other readers interpretations (if you don t know leave it out), move on

A5 Synthesis (drawing together linked information) Showing you can select quotes which closely answer the question, but that are linked in some way 6 MINUTES 4 MARKS Sentence stems you can use to help you synthesise in a text: In both texts we see which shows me The quote from Text 1 which supports this is QUOTE , and the text 2 QUOTE Both these quotes tell me Step 1 Read the question (you need to check the key words in the question) Step 2 Re-read both articles underlining two quotes in each which link to the question Step 3 Write your answer ensuring you show how the evidence links from both KEY TOP TIPS Link to the question, select quotes from both texts which link, (no zooming in or techniques), give a short comment on how the examples answer the question, Make links about bothkey words in the question

A6 Comparison showing similarities or differences in the text You should identify 4 5 quotes per text to compare 14 MINUTES 10 MARKS Modelled Example: In both texts there is a clear similarity in the love for cycling. Willard States pure natural love of adventure ,which reflects the excitement of being outdoors in nature and seeking out new experience. Similarly Starmer-Smith says I weave easily which also shows how she enjoys cycling, however perhaps here her love comes more from the way cycling seems easy and makes her feel free. Step 1 Read the question Step 2 Re-read both articles underlining 4 5 quotes in each which are comparative Step 3 Write your answer ensuring you show how the evidence compares or contrasts (using comparison or contrasting connectives e.g. Similarly, In contrast) KEY TOP TIPS Link to the question, select quotes from both texts which compare or contrast, techniques can be used and compared or contrasted, give a short explanation of each quote and how the texts compare or contrast, Ensure you use comparison or contrasting connectives MOVE ON: Another example, Furthermore, also, as well as this, Differently,

To Begin This is Non Fiction Paper 2 Section A Writing You will have 2 questions in the exam TODAY you will answer 1 for 30 minutes 5 minutes planning 25 minutes writing and checking SPAG

Writing Task 5 MINS PLANNING, 23 MINS WRITING, 2 MINS EDITING Your school/college is looking at the quality of extra-curricular provision. Write a report for the Head Teacher/Principal exploring this area. You could include: examples of extra-curricular activities available; your ideas about how the provision could be improved. KEY TOP TIPS: Give a brief introduction sentence explaining the purpose of the report Aim for 3 separate sections (you can use sub-headings E.g. Sport, Music, etc.) For each section, you will inform about current provision in a paragraph and then advise about future improvements in a paragraph. Be careful to write formally not using I (think about the audience) Remember to think about SPAG spelling, punctuation and grammar (Vary sentence starts and lengths, use good vocabulary and TIPTOP paragraphs)