Transcript How to Paper 1SL FKA 2015

Language and Literature SL
Paper 1 Analysis and Annotation:
How To
Top Tip
Know the marking criteria so you know what
examiners are looking for
Criterion A – Understanding of the
text
The analysis should show knowledge and
understanding of the formal elements and
content of a previously unseen text. There
needs to be a clear understanding of the target
audience, the purpose and the context of the
text. The comparative analysis must be
supported by relevant examples from the text.
5 marks
Criterion B - Understanding of the use
and effects of stylistic features
The analysis should show an understanding of
how various stylistic features, such as language,
structure, tone, technique and style, are used to
construct meaning. The analysis should
comment on the effects that these features
(including the features of visual texts) have on
the reader.
5 marks
The author uses informal, conversational language to
great effect
The author uses informal, conversational structure in his
language, “I’ve learned everything I know off of records,” to
give the impression of a friendly conversation between equals,
with no airs or graces. This not only makes the
reader feel they have privileged access
to this celebrity’s mind, it also ties in with
the subject he is discussing, which is the
liberation from the formal rules of music which
the blues allows. Likewise, he shrugs of the
formal rules of grammar in his writing.
Show an understanding of the … effects that these
features (including the features of visual texts) have
on the reader
• “Handwritten” = personal
• Implies spontaneity
• Flouts normal rules of form of memoir (printed,
carefully edited)
• Link between idea of a “jailbreak” to liberate the
notes, and a similar rebellion, liberating his own
ideas/words.
Show an understanding of the … effects that these
features (including the features of visual texts) have
on the reader
Top Tip
The IB will always give you texts that are filled
with stylistic features ... So don’t panic!
Criterion C - Organisation and
development
The analysis must be well organised.
Furthermore, it must be developed.
5 marks
Criterion D - Language
The language of the comparative analysis must
be clear, varied and accurate. It should be
appropriate, meaning it contains formal
sentence structure, good choice of words and
effective terminology.
5 marks
Top Tip
Make sure to use some technical vocabulary.
Check your own grammar, spelling and
punctuation.
Take the time to proofread. It is worth it!
You’re in the exam …
• Read both texts
• Choose your text
• Read your text again with a
pen/pencil/highlighter in your hand
• Jot down your central argument
• Read a third time
• Plan your line of argument
• Start writing
• Check your writing
Introduction
Identify the text type.
“Give the Title” is an autobiographical extract published in
______ (date, plus name of newspaper/website etc. if
applicable, and also place of publication if you can discern it)
and its main premise is _________.
So what? You need to say what you are going to do with this text.
******THESIS STATEMENT******
Main Body of Argument
You must identify:
Audience
Purpose
Context.
Stylistic Features
Structure and Organisation
Figurative Language
Tone and Mood
Graphology and Typology
Style
You don’t have much time, so pick 2 or 3 options
here. You can’t do everything in 90 minutes!
Conclusion
• Justify the introduction
• Explain the text again
• Restate your thesis
Over to you
• Working with someone from the “other” class,
write the introduction for a textual analysis on
the texts you will be given.
• Then identify 3 or 4 stylistic features and
decide how you would discuss their effects on
the audience.
• Prizes for the best one!