In which John Green continues discussing George Orwell's 1984. Today we're talking about what the novel 1984 has to say about what some have called today's surveillance society. We'll also look at the idea that language can be used as a...

Pupil outcome: I can explain what happens in Chapter 8 of ‘Animal Farm’ and identify how the pigs corrupt the ideals of animalism. Key learning points: - Squealer uses statistics to inflate the success of the pigs' rule - The windmill is...

Pupil outcome: I can explain what happens in Chapter 4 of ‘Animal Farm’ and consider Snowball’s role in ‘The Battle of the Cowshed’. Key learning points: - The pigs position themselves as leaders and take advantange of the other animals'...

Pupil outcome: I can explain what happens in Chapter 3 of Animal Farm. Key learning points: - The pigs are the most intelligent animals on the farm. - Squealer uses rhetoric to control the less intelligent animals. - The pigs appear to...

Pupil outcome: I can track the main events and characters of 'Animal Farm' and link to Orwell’s purpose. Key learning points: - Orwell uses key plot points in the novella to present his themes. - Freytag’s pyramid is a useful tool to...

Pupil outcome: I can use a three part structure to create an effective introduction and conclusion. Key learning points: - An introduction and conclusion should follow a three part structure. - An excellent introduction should start with...

Pupil outcome: I can understand what context is and how to include it effectively in my responses. Key learning points: - Context refers to the historical, social, literary and biographical. - Context should not be presented as isolated...

Pupil outcome: I can explain the events of Chapter 7 in ‘Animal Farm’ and understand how the pigs create a culture of fear. Key learning points: - The animals are beginning to run out of food on the farm - The hens are punished for...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how the different characters in 'Animal Farm' represent historical figures and ideas. Key learning points: - Animal Farm is an allegory for the Russian Revolution which Orwell uses to present his key messages...

Pupil outcome: I can understand what context is and how to weave it into my responses. Key learning points: - Context refers to historical, social, literary and biographical information. - Context should not be presented as isolated...

Pupil outcome: I can explain why Orwell has made specific choices about structure and style. Key learning points: - Orwell uses a simple and detached style to get his message across. - Orwell uses and subverts the conventions of a fairy...

Pupil outcome: I can explain why Orwell wrote 'Animal Farm'. Key learning points: - Orwell was influenced by his varied life experiences - Orwell was against authoritarian regimes and viewed his writing as a way to criticise the abuse of...

Pupil outcome: I can explain the different methods of control in 'Animal Farm' and how the pigs use these to gain power. Key learning points: - A cult of personality is the result of a carefully constructed persona, spread through...

Pupil outcome: I can identify the key words in a question and use them to create a thesis statement. Key learning points: - Underlining key words in an essay question helps identify what the focus of the question is. - The 'how' in the...

Pupil outcome: I can write sophisticated introductions and conclusions about the theme of education in 'Animal Farm'. Key learning points: - Introductions and conclusions should follow a three part structure. - An excellent introduction...

Pupil outcome: I can develop an extended response on the character of Squealer. Key learning points: - When analysing characters it is important to acknowledge they are a construct. - Commenting on characterisation with reference to...

Pupil outcome: I can effectively analyse language in a detailed, perceptive and developed way. Key learning points: - ‘Hard working’ describes quotes which are analytically rich. - Specific word classes, semantic fields or language...

Pupil outcome: I can create nuanced, comparative character summaries to compare Orwell’s presentation of the pigs. Key learning points: - Orwell presents the pigs in a nuanced way exposing both their positive and negative qualities. -...

Pupil outcome: I can select quotes that are analytically rich and explore textual details in full. Key learning points: - Quotes should be judiciously chosen. - Single paragraph outlines can be used to practice finding supporting...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how language creates social distinctions and divisions in 'Animal Farm'. Key learning points: - The language we use determines our relationships and connections with others. - As well as connections, language...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how the manipulation of the law and commandments creates a sense of control in 'Animal Farm'. Key learning points: - Orwell believed in the power of language and how it can be used to corrupt and control...

Pupil outcome: I can explore the connection between a lack of voice and oppression in Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’. Key learning points: - Many of the animals in 'Animal Farm' do not have a voice within the text. - Arguably, we connect having...

Pupil outcome: I can write a nuanced response on the manipulation of language and control in Orwell’s 'Animal Farm'. Key learning points: - An essay should have a strong central argument. - Use an evaluative or critical thesis to 'hang'...

Pupil outcome: I can explore the relationship between the narrative voice and the concepts of truth and complicity in Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’. Key learning points: - One interpretation might suggest that Orwell is using the narrator to...