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Comparing non-fiction texts

I can compare two non-fiction texts using conjunctions and evidence to elevate my writing.

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Edexcel

Comparing non-fiction texts

I can compare two non-fiction texts using conjunctions and evidence to elevate my writing.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. When comparing articles, look for points of similarity and difference.
  2. A comparative sentence needs to make the link between the texts clear, for example through a comparative conjunction.
  3. Correlative conjunctions can be used to create close comparisons.
  4. Within a comparison, the quotations chosen from each text must be linked by a point of similarity or contrast.
  5. Use precise and embedded evidence to support each idea and elevate your summaries.

Common misconception

As long as I am comparing the key points of two sources that is enough.

Using both comparative and correlative conjunctions will ensure there is nuance in your comparisons. They will aslo help keep your comparisons succinct.

Keywords

  • Sphere - refers to a specific group or area of influence- for example, the political sphere refers to the area of political activity

  • Galvanise - means to stimulate or inspire action or change

  • Empower - to give someone the power, confidence or ability to do something; usually makes them feel stronger

  • Succint - expressing something in a clear and concise manner, without unnecessary details or elaboration

  • Embedded - when referring to quotations, if a quotation is embedded then it is included in your own sentence

This lesson will use the articles from Lesson 1 and 2. If these lessons haven't been completed, students will need time to read the articles. If they have read them already they might benefit from a short recap task of the main points.
Teacher tip

Equipment

You will need access to copies of ‘A Letter to the Dreamers’ written by Serena Williams and ‘Freedom or Death’ by Emmeline Pankhurst. These can be found in the additional materials

Content guidance

  • Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

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).

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6 Questions

Q1.
To compare means to...
look at similarities between two or more things.
look at differences between two or more things.
Correct answer: look at similarities and differences between two or more things.
Q2.
When referring to quotations, if the quote is embedded that means...
Correct answer: it is included in your own sentence.
it is written in your own words.
it is detailed and lengthy.
Q3.
A brief overview of the main points is known as a .
Correct Answer: summary
Q4.
To be precise means....
detailed
Correct answer: accurate
thorough
thoughtful
Q5.
When writing a comparative sentence you should...
Correct answer: reference both texts your comparing.
reference just one text out of the two you're comparing.
include long quotes from the texts you're comparing.
Q6.
To improve a piece of writing and to 'lift it up' is to it.
Correct Answer: elevate

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6 Questions

Q1.
Match the keyword with their definitions.
Correct Answer:Galvanise,stimulate or inspire action or change

stimulate or inspire action or change

Correct Answer:Empower ,give someone theconfidence or ability to do something

give someone theconfidence or ability to do something

Correct Answer:Succint,express something in a clear and concise manner

express something in a clear and concise manner

Q2.
Which pair is a correct set of correlative conjunctions?
both/neither
Correct answer: both/and
both/neither
both/nor
Q3.
Which sentence correctly embeds a quotation?
Correct answer: The subject of equal pay "frustrates [Williams]".
Williams says the subject of equal pay "frustrates me".
"when the subject of equal pay comes up, it frustrates me"
Q4.
can be used to create close comparisons or make comparisons clear.
Correct Answer: conjunctions
Q5.
Complete this sentence: An embedded quote should be …
short, precise and introduced separately.
long and make a separate point.
Correct answer: short, precise, relevant and part of the sentence.
Q6.
Complete the sentence: Within a comparison, the quotations chosen from each text must be linked by a point of or contrast.
Correct Answer: similarity

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