GCSE OCR English Language
In short
GCSE OCR English Language has 6 topics: Reading Fiction, Creative Writing, Reading Non-Fiction and 3 more. Each topic lists its topics in syllabus order. Start with Reading Fiction or jump to the topic you are revising.
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What topics are in GCSE OCR English Language?
Language Analysis
- Word choice
- Language techniques
- Effects on the reader
Structure Analysis
- Openings and endings
- Shifts in focus
- Narrative perspective
Evaluation
- Critical evaluation
- Supporting with evidence
Descriptive Writing
- Sensory detail
- Imagery
- Structuring description
Narrative Writing
- Plot and structure
- Characterisation
- Openings and endings
Summary and Synthesis
- Identifying information
- Synthesising two texts
Comparing Viewpoints
- Writers' perspectives
- Comparing methods
Writing to Argue and Persuade
- Rhetorical devices
- Structuring an argument
Forms of Writing
- Letters
- Articles
- Speeches
Presenting
- Planning a presentation
- Responding to questions
Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar
- Sentence variety
- Punctuation for effect
- Vocabulary
How should you use these resources?
Revise
Work through your course topic by topic, in the order it is taught, so nothing gets missed.
Test yourself
Check each topic against what you should be able to do, and practise on exam-style questions as they are added.
Improve
Go back to what you could not do, or work with a tutor to close the gaps before your exams.
GCSE OCR English Language: common questions
What topics are in GCSE OCR English Language?
GCSE OCR English Language has 6 topics: Topic 1: Reading Fiction; Topic 2: Creative Writing; Topic 3: Reading Non-Fiction; Topic 4: Transactional Writing; Topic 5: Spoken Language; Topic 6: Technical Accuracy.
How should I revise GCSE OCR English Language?
Work through one topic at a time in order, since later topics build on earlier ones. For each topic, check you can do everything on its list before moving on, and go back to the ones you could not.
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