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Paper 2 Diploma By Benji and Sally
Thesis Statement
guide and control the paper 2 response
thematic message
after unpacking the QS
catch the keywords, apply it in the two works
Brainstorm the response
Comparative thesis statement
Identify the two works and authors
Use the wording of the question
acknowledge the similarities and differences
Make an argument and share a rich idea
*Convey the idea: observation + evidence
Our argument is a reflection of the author's argument themselves; let the author make the argument
Models
Emphasizing the similarity/ difference, while acknowledging the other one
e.g. While...use very different means to depict a microcosm of their respective society.....Both....and...create these mini-worlds to sharply criticize oppression and inequalities and also give a voice to the voiceless victms.
Two sentences
Because.......However
Although...., they are different in
Put focus on similarity/difference, but also talk about the other one
Conclusion
End strong
Elements
Restate thesis
Synthesis key points of argument (main idea or claim): link ideas and make bigger connections
*DONNOT SUMMARIZE THE MAIN POINTS
Extend to a wider context : deeper idea expressed, further insights, why the text is relevant, think about human condition....
end with critical thinking
Body Paragraph
Tips
Answer the Qs
use detailed references
discuss authorial choices : literary style and techniques
Compare and contrast frequently
Elements
Clear topic Qs: wording of the QS + a rich idea
Clear textual reference: a specific example as evidence (eg. a short phrase)
Discuss literary or stylistic features and their effect
Discuss author/audience relationship
Transition between paragraphs and ideas
Comparative language
Balance deep analysis & amount of examples
Show thinking, go deep
Details and Tips
Intertextuality
differences and commonalities
content and form
Requirements
comparative essay
2 literary works
choose 1 out of 4 Qs
1 hr 45 m
Fab Four
Answer the question
Knowing and understanding theme and details of work
Focus on authorical choices
Compare and Contrast
Steps
Write out the Qs
Identify key words in the Qs
Write the comparative thesis
Outline a plan
Review the plan
Use knowledge of the human condition/context + the works in a real world context
Paper 2, Sample Paper
Review Fab 4
Answer the question.
Knowing and understanding of details and themes of the text.
Show understanding of "Authorial Craft" (Authors Choices)
4.Compare and Contrast
Break down paper 2 questions.
Find Key Words
Think about time and space of this question.
(Authors Perspective)
Planning the response.
Structure (See Structure Brance)
Comparison is a strong tool.
Choose/create points to compare/contrast.
Sample Paper Review
The text that scored highly contained.
Textual References
Dramatic/Literary Elements
Author/Audience Reference
Question Words
Comparative Language
Context
Structure/Opening Thesis
"Alternative Method"
Compares 2 Paragraphs in 3 sections, each section has one comparative point, at the end is a conclusion tying all 3 points together.
With constant links between text.
"Block Method"
Also comparing 2 paragraphs
One block area has 3 paragraphs about Paragraph 1, and the second block has 3 paragraphs centered on Paragraph 2, with constant links to paragraph 1.
Methods ^^
"Differences"
Pros of "Block Method"
Easier to tackle one text at a time.
Goof for people who struggle to toggle back and forth between 2 texts.
Pros of Alternating Method
Easier to maintain balance when comparing 2 points.
More visible comparison for both texts. The block method has less visible comparison in the first part.
Writing the Introduction. (Comparative Paper)
Choose 2 texts to compare/contrast.
Formulate points. (Planning)
Components
Strong Hook
Summary Statement
Comparative thesis statement
Remember no "double dipping".
(using the same text as individual oral or HL essay).
