How to Revise Section B (20%) 19th Century Prose — WJEC GCSE English Literature
Section B (20%) 19th Century Prose is a topic in the WJEC GCSE English Literature specification. This guide covers learning objectives, examiner tips, common mistakes, and key terminology to help you revise effectively.
Examiner Tips for Section B (20%) 19th Century Prose
- Ensure you have a clear, coherent argument that directly addresses the question
- Use subject-specific terminology when analysing language and structure
- Manage your time effectively across the three sections
- In Section B, explicitly link the text to its historical, social, or cultural context
- In Section C, focus on the similarities and differences in themes and techniques between the two unseen poems
Common Mistakes in Section B (20%) 19th Century Prose
- Failing to use specific textual references or quotations to support points
- Neglecting to analyse the writer's use of language, structure, and form
- Ignoring the contextual factors relevant to the 19th-century prose text
- Losing focus on the question by simply retelling the plot
- Failing to compare the two unseen poems in Section C
Key Marking Points
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of plot, characterisation, events, and key themes
- Evaluate and analyse how language, structure, and form are used to create meanings and effects
- Show understanding of the varied contexts of the 19th-century prose text
- Maintain a critical style and develop an informed personal response
- Use textual references and quotations to support interpretations
- Demonstrate accurate spelling, punctuation, and grammar (AO4 in Section A)