Navigating the Comparative Modes (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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How many texts do you work with in the comparative study?
How many texts do you work with in the comparative study?
Three texts
How many comparative modes will you be asked to discuss in the exam?
How many comparative modes will you be asked to discuss in the exam?
2 or 3 modes
How many comparative modes are there at Ordinary Level?
How many comparative modes are there at Ordinary Level?
Five modes
What is the critical distinction for success in the comparative study?
What is the critical distinction for success in the comparative study?
Comparison, not description
What does the social setting mode examine?
What does the social setting mode examine?
Society, time period, and location
What does the relationships mode focus on?
What does the relationships mode focus on?
How characters connect with one another
Which types of relationships can you discuss in the relationships mode?
Which types of relationships can you discuss in the relationships mode?
Both supportive & destructive ones
How many examples from each text should support your thematic analysis?
How many examples from each text should support your thematic analysis?
At least two from each text
What don't you need to do when discussing hero/heroine/villain mode?
What don't you need to do when discussing hero/heroine/villain mode?
Cover all character types if not relevant
Which elements does 'aspects of story' mode focus on?
Which elements does 'aspects of story' mode focus on?
Tension, climax, or resolution
Which phrase shows similarities when making comparisons?
Which phrase shows similarities when making comparisons?
Similarly
Which phrase shows differences when making comparisons?
Which phrase shows differences when making comparisons?
On the other hand