Paper1AsssesmentLearnerResponse

 1) Type up your feedback in full (you do not need to write mark/grade if you do not wish to).

WWW:this is clearly not where we want to be at the end of the year so lets use this assesment as an important lession in revision and exam technique.

EBI:revise the CSP and terminology/theory(e.g. narrative theory)

2) Look at the mark scheme for this assessment. For Question 2 (12 mark unseen) use the indicative content in the mark scheme to identify three points that you could have referred to in your answer.

• Athletic body connotes that the subject is in condition and well prepared for the

‘battle’.

• No direct address but the subject’s eyes are focused on pushing the heavy tyre

(physical exertion) which connotes determination and power in the face of adversity.

This is reinforced by his facial expression which has his mouth open in a roar which

connotes supremacy and effort.

• Dress code has connotations of strength since the trainers are engaged in the

activity and the clothes are functional and appropriate for task so they connote

success and durability. The make-up shows sweat and dirt which has connotations

of being ready for action and taking part / effort.

• The text is positioned over the top of the tyre to signify the challenge and create

synergy between the image and the message in the text.

• The word battle has connotations of fighting and trying to triumph over an enemy.

• ‘Begins off-field’ connotes preparation and a subversive look at sporting events

(focussing on the training rather than the event itself) and underpins the above

connotation.

• Darkness has connotations of dangers to be faced and makes it more dramatic

• The use of the spotlight (through the flood lit logos) links to sports matches and

connotes drama / excitement but also shines on the main image connoting his

power.

• The smoke special effect adds to the drama of the situation and the idea of dangers

to be overcome.

3) For Question 3 (Galaxy - narrative features) use the mark scheme to write down the main narrative theories and how we can link them to the Galaxy advert CSP. 

• The use of locations in the narrative suggests a version of reality for the audience:

Italian Riviera has connotations of romance, upper class and the old Hollywood era

is evoked, suggesting the luxurious nature of the chocolate and reinforcing the ‘silk,

not cotton’ message.

4) Now look at Question 4 - Tatler and social/cultural contexts. Use the mark scheme to identify three points you could have made in your answer here.

5) On Section B, focus on Question 7 - film industry and Black Widow. Use the mark scheme to identify three ways Black Widow was marketed to its audience.

6) Finally, write down three things you are going to work on before your next mock exam in December (e.g. time management; revising CSPs etc.)