Scottish Set Text Guide: Sailmaker for National 5 English

Scottish Set Text Guide: Sailmaker for National 5 English Synopsis

Exam Board: SQALevel: National 5Subject: EnglishFirst teaching: September 2017First exams:

• Summer 2018Understand, analyse, evaluate, succeed. This study and revision guide takes you through every aspect of Sailmaker, 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<
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