Men Should Weep Preparing for the Scottish Text

Men Should Weep Preparing for the Scottish Text paper

Learning Intentions You are gaining a better understanding of how to approach individual questions in the Scottish Text paper. You are gaining a better understanding of how to approach the 10 -mark comparison question in the Scottish Text paper.

The Paper You will be given an extract from the play, of around 1. 5 -2 pages long. It should be familiar to you if you know the text well. They can select ANY extract so it is vital that you are confident with all of the text.

The Paper The examiner is testing your RUAE skills AND your understanding of the play as a whole. The paper is therefore a sort of cross between RUAE and Critical Essay!

The Paper You have around 45 minutes for the Scottish Text paper. It is in the same paper as the Critical Essay. You have 90 minutes to do both. There is no break and you need to manage your time by yourself.

The Paper Scottish Text is worth 20 marks. You will have 10 marks worth of individual questions (usually 4, 4, 2) You will need to then answer a 10 mark question which asks you to link the extract to other parts of the play.

2015 Past Paper Read over the extract. It is from the end of the play so it should be very familiar to you! Once you have finished, discuss with your partner: What happens. How each character is developed / presented. How the scene is a turning point for the Morrisons.

Some Basics Where it is possible, use the exact same strategies you do for RUAE questions. This is a different paper but we are largely asking you to use the same skills.

Some Basics Use the marks available to help you craft your answers, e. g. : 4 marks = 4 short quotes & analysis 2 marks = 2 short quotes & analysis

Some Basics The marking of Scottish Text is MUCH more lenient than RUAE in one way… Unless a particular technique is specified in the question, you have much more flexibility about what and how much you quote. You are not restricted to single words, etc.

BUT!!!! That doesn’t mean it’s a good idea to quote full sentences. Your responses will be better if you select short examples. As is the case in all of Higher, just quoting will NEVER get you marks. It is the analysis and discussion that gains you credit.

Question Instructions “Analyse” – quote example(s) and discuss their effects. “Explain” – no need to quote; simply outline or summarise. Bullet points are good here.

2015 Past Paper Attempt Question 9. It asks you to ‘explain’ – briefly summarise two points and use bullet points or numbers.

Question 9 – Any Two! She wants to help with Bertie as the hospital won’t let him return to the unsanitary Morrison home She wants to ensure her family get a council house from the Corporation She remembers the love and kindness John showed her as a baby She has experienced suicidal thoughts due to the remorse she feels at leaving her family home She regrets how she treated her parents She wants to make amends for the hurtful things she and Isa said

2015 Past Paper Attempt Question 10 It asks you to ‘analyse’ – this means you will need to quote and comment on how aspects of language are used to convey the women’s differing attitudes. TOP TIP: Use subheadings to show which character you are looking at, and generally for contrast-type questions.

Question 10 – Half Answer! Lily “Living in sin” implies she feels that unmarried couples who cohabit are acting in an immoral, shameful way. (1) Jenny “Aye, if ye want tae ca it sin. I don’t. ” This reflects how Jenny does not conform to society’s expectations. She bluntly rejects the idea that what she is doing is wrong or inappropriate. (1)

2015 Past Paper Attempt Question 10 It asks you to ‘analyse’ – this means you will need to quote and comment. ‘Stage directions’ = information in italics. 4 marks – look at 4 examples despite what the question says!!

Question 11 – Stage Directions • “Her hands to her head” • “She draws a couple of chairs together, deliberately excluding Lily” • (Lily) “moves off a little, but keeps within ear-shot” • “She doesn’t even look at Lily” • “Maggie nods” • “Maggie’s eyes bulge” • “She gasps” • “At first his face lights up” • “Then his lips tighten”

2015 Past Paper Look at the final question. Can you recall how to approach the comparison question from National 5? Discuss and write down any strategies you remember. Get ready to share them with the class!

10 Mark Question - Formula Commonality (2 marks) Extract (2 marks) Elsewhere (6 marks)

Commonality – 2 marks BRIEFLY identify how Jenny’s maturity is made clear in the extract (1 mark) BRIEFLY identify how her maturity (or immaturity) is made clear elsewhere in the play. (1 mark) • NO QUOTING at this stage! • Keep it basic and brief! • General comments rather than specific ones are needed here.

Extract – 2 marks Show, by quoting and commenting, how Jenny’s maturity is made clear in the extract. Do this twice for 2 marks. • No credit for quotation alone! • Marks awarded for combination of quote + comment. • Choose brief quotes and make analysis equally straightforward. • You can focus on techniques or general points about character / attitude etc.

Extract “I was that ashamed o masel. ” This shows that Jenny is expressing remorse and guilt for her previous actions, a sign of maturity. (1 mark)

Elsewhere – 6 marks Show, by quoting / referring and commenting, how Jenny’s maturity is made clear elsewhere in the text. You will get 1 mark for a basic reference + comment. You will get 2 marks for a developed / detailed reference and comment.

Elsewhere – 6 marks You can make up the 6 marks in a number of ways. There is no set formula. However, to get 6 marks you need to deal with AT LEAST THREE other points from the play. You will need to refer + comment between 3 and 6 times. Marks are awarded on depth and quality of comment.

Group Task Working together, pick out 4 events / points / parts of the text you could use for this. They need to show Jenny’s maturity or lack thereof. They can come from anywhere, except the extract! Something from right before or right after the extract is perfectly acceptable.

Possible points… Confrontation with John Childish actions Tries to appear grown up (make up, drinking etc) but doesn’t manage Stopping work at the shop – mature / immature Wants to escape poverty - mature Gets a new job (jewellers) on her own - mature Rude to parents Rude to Granny and her pals (with Isa) Jenny’s affectionate response to Maggie when she comes home She drives the attempt to make amends with John Instantly forgives John when she learns he’s a hypocrite

Summary You should now have a full answer to the 10 -mark question. Read over the model answer you have been given and mark your own response, using this as a guide.

HOMEWORK Revise the formula / structure for the 10 mark question • Produce an A 4 revision page on John’s character and role in the play. You can include short quotes, words to describe him, and any general comments you wish. • WEDNESDAY 13 TH DECEMBER •