Developing analytical paragraphs on 'Animal Farm'
I can effectively analyse language in a detailed, perceptive and developed way.
Developing analytical paragraphs on 'Animal Farm'
I can effectively analyse language in a detailed, perceptive and developed way.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- ‘Hard working’ describes quotes which are analytically rich.
- Specific word classes, semantic fields or language device analysis can be used to analyse author's intention.
- Time conjunctions allow you to contextualise quotes.
- Conjunctions can be used to develop analytical comments.
Common misconception
You need to learn lots of quotes to write a successful essay.
Picking a few 'hard working', analytically rich quotes is a better strategy. It's what you do with them that counts.
Keywords
Connotations - The words, ideas, feelings or concepts we associate with a word or symbol.
Modal verb - Shows possibility or intent. For example: must, might, should, will.
Tangible - Is to be perceivable by touch.
Semantic field - A group of words that are linked by meaning.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Video
Loading...