Designed specifically for GCSE English Language resit students, this focused two-lesson unit develops the key analytical skills required for Paper 1 Question 2 and Question 3. Students learn how writers use language and structural methods to engage readers, create atmosphere and shape meaning, while building confidence in responding to exam-style questions.

This resource contains 2 fully resourced 1.5-hour lessons, complete with PowerPoint presentations, original reading extracts, structured analysis activities and exam-style practice questions.

Lesson 1: Understanding Structure

Students will:

Explore the key structural features assessed in GCSE English Language
Identify how writers organise texts to engage readers
Analyse openings, endings, shifts in focus and changes in perspective
Examine the effect of structural choices on the reader
Develop responses suitable for Paper 1 Question 3
Practise selecting and analysing relevant evidence
Lesson 2: Language Analysis

Students will:

Revise a range of language techniques including similes, metaphors, sensory imagery, emotive language, alliteration and contrast
Explore how writers create atmosphere and vivid description
Analyse the effects of specific words and phrases
Develop detailed responses to Paper 1 Question 2
Practise planning and writing exam-style language analysis answers
Build confidence in using subject terminology accurately
What’s Included?
2 fully editable PowerPoint lessons
Original descriptive reading extract based on Ancient Rome
Language analysis worksheets
Structure analysis activities
Exam-style Question 2 and Question 3 practice
Retrieval and revision tasks
Scaffolded support for resit learners
Opportunities for independent and collaborative learning
Planning frameworks to support extended analytical responses
Copyright-Safe and Original Content

All reading extracts, activities and supporting materials included in this resource are completely original and written specifically for these lessons. All images used throughout the PowerPoints and worksheets have been AI-generated
Ideal For
GCSE English Language November resits
Post-16 English classes
FE colleges
Intervention groups
Alternative provision
Revision of Paper 1 Question 2 and Question 3
Students needing additional support with analytical writing

This ready-to-teach resource provides a structured introduction to language and structure analysis, helping students develop the skills and confidence required to access higher marks in the GCSE English Language examination.