Mastering the Big Questions
Question 4 is where comparison skills really matter. You're analysing how both writers present their attitudes and ideas, looking for similarities or differences in their approaches.
Remember, this isn't about characters in the text - it's about the writers' own viewpoints and how they express them. You need to show you understand what each writer thinks and compare the methods they use to get their message across.
Question 5 is your writing task and it's massive - 40 marks out of the total paper. You'll argue for or against a statement, writing in a specific form like a speech, article, or letter.
Your audience, purpose, and form must be crystal clear from the start. Whether you're persuading, explaining, or instructing, make sure your structure builds a logical argument. With 40 minutes for this question, spend time planning - a clear structure will make your argument much stronger.
Key Strategy: Plan Question 5 carefully - your structure needs to guide readers through your argument step by step.