English Literature – Wednesdays 10.30am

Course – English Literature Level – Pre-GCSE (13-14 year olds) Day & Time — Wednesdays 10.30 am Overview – 1 weekly 45 minute live lesson (Google Classroom) – 1 weekly home study task with detailed feedback ————————————— Topics – Gothic Literature Texts An introduction to analysing plot, characterisation and language associated with a gothic literature text. – Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet An introduction to analysing the language, structure and form of a Shakespeare play. – Dickens: A Christmas Carol An introduction to analysing plot, characterisation and language associated with a classic literature text. – Mallatratt: The Woman In Black An introduction to analysing plot, characterisation and dramatic conventions associated with playtexts. – George Orwell: Animal Farm An introduction to analysing the literary concepts, language and structure of a contemporary text. – Poetry: Power & Conflict An introduction to analysing the language, structure and form of varying styles of poetry.