Paper 1 - recap - 2022

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 4

Paper 1 essay

Recap

Common mistakes

• Linking words
• Topic sentences
• PIE structure
• Informal language
• Conclusion 

Linking words

• Create structure > indicate what you are going to do
• Part of the marking criteria
• Use commas
• Examples: moreover, in conclusion, nevertheless

Examples

- Introduction statement:

Therefore, through the use of diction, camera angle and the bandwagon effect, this advertisement is both effective and yet condescending.

- Introduction topic sentence:

Furthermore, this advertisement uses the bandwagon effect to appeal to its target audience’s sense of belonging.

Topic sentences

- Contains the central argument

- Focuses on a point of analysis and links it to the statement (what is the effect?)

> The layout of this advertisement is essential in constructing meaning and making its audience aware of the problem of racial profiling.

Topic sentences

- Contains the central argument

- Focuses on a point of analysis and links it to the statement (what the effect?)

> Secondly, the poster uses the same fonts and font sizes as a wanted poster, which makes readers intrigued by its message. 

PIE

• Point = the argument
• Illustrate = the example from the text
• Explain = analysing the example and explaining its link to the argument

Example

Contrasts are used in the advertisement to make taking a break look appealing (=P). The most obvious contrast in the picture is the contrast between the raging storm, the high waves and the quiet ocean, with a clear sky. When you look more closely, you’ll also notice a contrast between the mental state that the people are in. Those in the boats, in the middle of the storm, look distressed, worried and frustrated (= I). A huge juxtaposition if you compare them to the man on the island, who looks relaxed and peaceful. This contrast represents the real-life contrast between working & experiencing stress and taking a break & finally being able to relax. By comparing work with a storm, and taking a break with a tropical island, KitKat tries to make ‘taking a break’ look more appealing to their audience (= E).

What is the purpose of the advertisement?

What points of analysis can be found in the advertisement?

Let's start writing: write a topic sentence (P) using the point of analysis.

Now write down the illustration (I) to support your argument (describe what you see).

The most difficult part: explain, so analyse, how this example links to the statement and topic sentence + what is the EFFECT?

Language mistakes (informal)

• Do not start a sentence with: but, because, and, or
• Ad = advertisement
• No contractions: don't = do not
• Do not use 'I' or refer to yourself
• Pay attention to informal words / phrases such as: a huge amount, way too, stuff, etc. 

Conclusion

Keep it short

A conclusion can have multiple elements:

• Refer back and answer the Thesis Statement > this is compulsory
  
• A summary of the arguments ór
  
• A closing sentence or final message

How to prepare for the test?

Study the materials in Classroom:

• Advertising techniques
• Stylistic devices
• Big5
• Visual literacy
• How to write a Paper 1 (lessonups + example essay)

Reminders

• The test is made in exam.net so bring a (charged) Chromebook to the test!
• You are allowed to use a dictionary and/or thesaurus on the test