S4+WAR+THEME

For help with the R1 Folio Piece please use your guidance sheet on the characters and plot. This critical essay outline might help also.[|A framework for your folio piece.doc] See also the guidance check list:file:
 * Checklist for a critical essay**


 * 1. Analysis of key terms of question** – theme, characterization, key elements of the plot.


 * 2. Good structure – clear plan dealing with characterization, plot and theme.**


 * 3. Technical terms** - character conflict, climax, turning point, final scene, symbolism.


 * 4. Knowledge of play** – quotations and references.


 * 5. Personal responses** – words which show reaction to theme and characters e.g. touching, moving, dramatic, emotional, upsetting, tearful.


 * How to use PEE techniques to analyze quotations in a critical essay.**

Quotations should be **short and relevant** to the point.

You need to provide a **context** and use the quotation to **analyze** the terms of the question i.e. key elements of the plot, characterization and theme.

E.g.


 * P** The turning point of the play is the moment before the raid, the raid and the feast which follows. Before the raid, Osborne tries to keep Raleigh’s spirits up by talking about the New Forest and life away from the trenches.


 * E** Quote

You know the New Forest... I'm glad it's you and I - together, Raleigh... We must put up a good show.
 * E** In doing this, he reassures his comrade, Raleigh, and keeps calm so that he can lead his men in the coming raid, yet by writing a letter and leaving behind his wedding ring and personal effects he is facing his fears realistically.