English
Year 10 - Power and Conflict
KS4 English Curriculum Map
Term 1 - Theme: The Corrupting Power of Unchecked Ambition
Texts studied:
- Shakespeare Macbeth
- AQA Anthology: Power and Conflict cluster Ozymandias, London, My Last Duchess and Tissue
Exam preparation for:
- Literature Paper 1 Section A
- Literature Paper 2 Section B
Term 2 - Theme: Powerful and Powerless Voices
Texts studied:
-Non Fiction extracts to support opinion writing
- AQA Anthology: Power and Conflict cluster Exposure, Kamikaze, The Charge of the Light Brigade and Bayonet Charge
Exam preparation for:
- Language Paper 2 Section B
- Literature Paper 2 Section B
Term 3 - Theme: Abuse of Power: Guilt and Responsibility
Texts studied:
-J.B Priestley An Inspector Calls
- AQA Anthology: Power and Conflict cluster Remains, War Photographer, Poppies, Storm on the Island, Extract from The Prelude, The Emigree and Checking Out Me History
- A selection of unseen poems.
Exam preparation for:
Literature Paper 2 Section A/ B and C
Useful Links
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-literature-8702 - English Literature exam board specification
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-language-8700 - English Language exam board specification
www.bitesize.co.uk BBC Bitesize has an excellent range of materials to support the preparation for both English Language and English Literature GCSEs. CGP revision guides are also an effective way to supplement the learning in school.
