Starter quiz
- When we ______ two poems, we look at the similarities and differences between them.
- 'compare' ✓
- Comparative connectives signpost when we are comparing. Identify the comparative connectives.
- firstly
- however ✓
- finally
- likewise ✓
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- Dove's 'Cozy Apologia' mocks __________ expressions of love.
- realistic
- clichéd ✓
- everyday
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- Duffy's 'Valentine' is an ______ presentation of love.
- 'unconventional' ✓
- Barrett Browning's 'Sonnet 43' presents __________ view of love.
- a realistic
- a pessimistic
- an idealistic ✓
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- To look at subtle differences and similarities when comparing poetry means ...
- to look at all the similarities and differences between the poems
- to look at the obvious similarities and differences between the poems
- to look at the less obvious similarities and differences between the poems ✓
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Exit quiz
- Match the keywords to their definitions.
- idealistic⇔having unrealistic expectations ✓
- unconventional⇔not conforming to what is usually or typically done or expected ✓
- subtle⇔something so precise that it is difficult to notice ✓
- mundane⇔very ordinary and therefore not very exciting ✓
- A thesis statement...
- outlines your argument for a paragraphs
- outlines your overarching argument for your essay ✓
- supports the main argument you're making in a response
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- When writing analytically your context must be ______ to the point you're making.
- 'relevant' ✓
- What's the impact of choosing poorly selected evidence?
- your argument is weaker ✓
- you'll be able to make subtle comparisons
- your essay is less convincing ✓
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- Well chosen evidence should...
- support your thesis statement ✓
- be long and detailed
- introduce your paragraph
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- Choosing the best evidence involves you ______ it. You have to weigh up which you think best supports the point you're making.
- 'evaluating' ✓
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Lesson Details
Key learning points
- You can highlight the key similarities between poems, but also explore their subtle differences (and vice versa).
- Asking yourself questions about the poems, such as ‘how do the poets feel about X?' is useful when planning comparisons.
- Comparative connectives are useful for highlighting similarities and/or differences between poems.
- You should select your evidence carefully, by evaluating which quotations best support your argument.
- Relevant context must be included in your comparison - think about the reasons for the poets’ different perspectives.
Common misconception
Students think that they can only discuss the similarities OR the differences between poems.
Though they should approach the comparison by identifying key or significant similarities or difference, within that, they can also explore the subtle variations between poems too.
Keywords
Idealistic - having unrealistic expectations
Unconventional - not conforming to what is usually or typically done or expected
Subtle - something so precise that it is difficult to notice
Mundane - very ordinary and therefore not very exciting
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