Guide to Comparative & Contextual Study Question (OCR A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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10 questions from this quiz
How long is the Comparative & Contextual Study exam?
How long is the Comparative & Contextual Study exam?
2 hours 30 minutes
What percentage of marks does AO3 (context) carry?
What percentage of marks does AO3 (context) carry?
50%
How many paragraphs should your essay contain using the recommended structure?
How many paragraphs should your essay contain using the recommended structure?
Six paragraphs
What should every paragraph begin with?
What should every paragraph begin with?
Contextual discussion
What is the recommended quotation length?
What is the recommended quotation length?
3-8 words
What percentage coverage should each text receive in balanced essays?
What percentage coverage should each text receive in balanced essays?
40% each text, 20% comparison
How many critical voices should you reference across your response?
How many critical voices should you reference across your response?
4-6
How long should you spend planning each question?
How long should you spend planning each question?
15 minutes
What is the mark range for Level 6 (top band)?
What is the mark range for Level 6 (top band)?
48-60 marks
Which of these should you AVOID in your essays?
Which of these should you AVOID in your essays?
Plot summary