Exam Board: SQA
Level: National 5
Subject: English
First teaching: September 2017
First exams: Summer 2018
Understand, analyse, evaluate, succeed. This study and revision guide takes you through every aspect of
Tally''s Blood
, with exam advice for the National 5 English Critical Reading paper.
Fully up to date with SQA''s latest exam requirements, this book is written by an expert who knows what exam success looks like.
> Develop understanding of plot, structure, characterisation, themes and language.
Clear explanations and detailed commentary are supported by definitions of key terms and unfamiliar words
> Build critical and analytical skills.
Students are encouraged to think more deeply about the text and consider the writers'' ideas, choices and techniques
> Receive advice on the Scottish Texts section of the exam.
Sample questions with model answers and examiner-style commentary are supported by additional practice questions for students to do
> Prepare for the Critical Essay section of the exam.
With tips and examples for planning, structuring and writing a top-grade essay, plus practice essay questions for students to answer
> Remember key quotations.
A selection of quotes are highlighted throughout, so students can use them in the exam to make comparisons between different parts of the text
> Review your learning.
Quick questions at the end of each chapter check students'' understanding of the text