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This post considers a technique for writing about character at KS4 for IGCSE or GCSE. It takes a straightforward question: “How is the character of ….. represented?” and applies a 10 minute plan to produce an essay.
The video screencast is on the department YouTube channel here
The powerpoint I will use to teach this in class is here:
I hope it is useful. The focus is on Benedick in MAAN but the technique is widely applicable.
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