English Literature GCSE
Characterisation and motivation
What Characterisation and motivation means in English Literature GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Characterisation and motivation
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Explaining why characters act as they do, with reference to actions, words or events in the text.
Topics that use Characterisation and motivation
- Component 1: Shakespeare and Post-1914 Literature - Learning outcomes (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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