Unseen Poem 2 - Stick to methods

Hi,

A quick reminder about the second unseen question:

• it's only worth 8 marks
• you only have around 15 minutes to do it
• it is only assessed on AO2 (comparing the writer's methods)

The question will be in this format:

In both ______ and ______ the speakers describe _________. What are the similarities and/or differences between the ways the poets present these attitudes? 

[8 marks]

My advice is:

• Read poem 2, just thinking about methods (language and structure)
• Note down anything you notice and look for similarities and differences with poem 1
• Write 2-3 Both/However paragraphs.

Typical comparisons might be:

• Both poems use an extended metaphor to get across _________________. (Discuss how the use of metaphor is similar in the poems by commenting on quotes) However, (Discuss differences and interpretations  of the two metaphors)

• Both poems use rhyme. In ______, (discuss the effect of the rhyme in poem 1 and compare to poem 2). However, in ______, the structure is much more regular. Perhaps this represents _____________________.

• Both poets use powerful verbs.... However
• Both poems feature a motif/symbolism of nature.... However...

Easy peasy.

Mr M