Specification Overview and Paper 1 Assessment

Description: An overview of the AQA A-Level English Literature specification, comparing historicist and genre-led approaches while exploring how Paper 1 is assessed. The session focuses on the five Assessment Objectives, comparative strategies, critical perspectives and the development of synthesised arguments. Summary: This session introduces the structure of AQA Specification A and Specification B, highlighting the differences between historicist and genre-led frameworks. Students examine the five Assessment Objectives, with particular attention to AO3 and AO5, and consider how context, comparison and critical interpretations shape high-level Paper 1 responses. Clear explanation of the Paper 1 exam structure Breakdown of the assessment objectives Guidance on language, structure and evaluation Creative-writing planning strategies A storm-description practice task Key vocabulary for exam responses Interactive multiple-choice, discussion and matching activities Opportunities to apply and consolidate learning British English content designed for Year 11 students in England