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Revising and editing 'Animal farm' essays

Animal Farm: the pigs and power

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils start their exploration of Orwell's 'Animal Farm' by focusing on the pigs and how they weild power. Pupils first read the book before exploring symbolism, key characters and Orwell's methods. They finally hone their essay writing skills and write about the pigs' use of power.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to use effective strategies to revise and improve an essay.

Key Notes

  • Topic sentences need to be clear and linked to the question.
  • Main and supporting quotations from the text are used to justify arguments.
  • Responses should avoid re-telling the plot.
  • Revising and editing your essays is an important part of the writing process.
  • Analysis should be linked to the writer's purpose and comment on choices.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • cohesive: In writing, if the structure is cohesive it is clear how the parts fit together. It has a clear introduction, middle and conclusion.
  • chronological: To arrange things in the order of which they happen in time.
  • discourse marker: A word or phrase which organises writing into clear sections and ideas.
  • elevate: You are elevating something if you are making it higher, or in the case of writing making it better.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Once an essay is completed it's not worth thinking about again.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

Topic sentences need to be clear and linked to the question. Main and supporting quotations from the text are used to justify arguments.

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'cohesive'

In writing, if the structure is cohesive it is clear how the parts fit together. It has a clear introduction, middle and conclusion.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Once an essay is completed it's not worth thinking about again. Correction: Revisiting our own essays can make feedback become really personalised and allow you to work and focus on your own targets.

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