GCSE English Language Writing Assessment Original

Identity

Your Exam Board

Which exam board are you studying language under?

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How You're Going

Total Marks Scored

How many marks did you score in total?

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Total Marks Available

How many marks are available for this paper?

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Percentage

What total percentage did you score for this assessment?

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Top Missed Areas

Which areas costed you the most marks?

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Opt-out Items This Attempt

Which types of questions did you opt out of, specifically?

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Trends

Trend: Repeated Errors

What errors have you seen repeated across units? Put "N/A" if this is your very first attempt.

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Trend: Improvements

Which areas have you been able to improve across units? Put "N/A" if this is your very first attempt.

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Metacognition

Biggest challenges

What felt hardest and why?

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TTECEA Analysis

TOPIC SENTENCE strength

Rate how well you addressed questions about the TOPIC sentence part of the TTECEA structure.

1: Descriptive; I named surface details.

2: I hinted at an idea but still described.

3: I stated a clear idea; some conceptual analysis.

4: I made clear conceptual links to the text’s big idea.

5: Perceptive concept that frames analysis insightfully.

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TECHNICAL TERMS strength

Rate how well you addressed questions about the TECHNICAL TERMS part of the TTECEA structure.

1: No/incorrect terms.

2: Some correct terms; misuse common.

3: Correct terms; basic accuracy.

4: Accurate terms with nuance (e.g., structural + language).

5: Precise, varied terms; notes interplay of methods.

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EVIDENCE choice (apt/precise)

Rate how well you addressed questions about the EVIDENCE part of the TTECEA structure.

1: Irrelevant/overlong/no quote.

2: Partly apt but unfocused.

3: Apt quote supporting the point.

4: Very apt, concise, purposeful evidence.

5: Surgical choice that enables rich analysis.

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CLOSE ANALYSIS (zoom-in language)

Rate how well you addressed questions about the CLOSE ANALYSIS part of the TTECEA structure.

1: Paraphrase/feature spotting; no zoom-in.

2: Mentions words but little meaning-making.

3: Some connotation/word-level comment.

4: Detailed language analysis; multiple layers.

5: Sophisticated, multi-layered zoom-in (sound/word/structure) driving meaning.

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EFFECTS on the reader/audience

Rate how well you addressed questions about the EFFECTS on the reader part of the TTECEA structure.

1: Vague (“makes the reader think/feel, read on...") etc

2: Some effect named; limited explanation.

3: Clear effect with basic rationale.

4: Specific, well-explained effects; alternatives considered.

5: Nuanced effects linked to audience/context and writer’s aims.

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AUTHOR'S PURPOSE (evaluation)

Rate how well you addressed questions about the AUTHOR'S PURPOSE on the reader part of the TTECEA structure.

1: Missing or generic (“to entertain”).

2: Some purpose; not tied to evidence.

3: Purpose stated and linked to analysis.

4: Thoughtful evaluation of why methods/ideas matter.

5: Perceptive, well-argued purpose weighing implications and alternatives.

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Creative Writing (Fiction): Structure

Creative Writing: Fiction: HOOK

How well does your hook grab your reader’s attention?

1 — Routine opener

2 — Hints at conflict/mood

3 — Engaging; tone set

4 — Compelling; stakes/viewpoint clear

5 — Memorable; foreshadows controlling idea

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Creative Writing (Non-Fiction): Structure

Creative Writing: Non-Fiction: INTRODUCTION

How well does your introduction grab your reader / audience’s attention?

1 — Topic stated plainly

2 — Stance + basic hook

3 — Engaging frame for audience/issue

4 — Strong opener with roadmap

5 — Attention-grabbing opening aligned to purpose

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Creative Writing: Fiction: SETUP

How compellingly does your setup introduce the problem and the characters around it?

1 — Basic info only

2 — Simple context or setting

3 — Who, where and goal are clear

4 — Stakes and mood are clear

5 — Sets up tension and the big idea

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Creative Writing: Non-Fiction: URGENCY

How compelling is the urgency of the problem?

1 — Importance mentioned

2 — Stakes noted; brief support

3 — “Why now” with examples

4 — Evidenced immediacy; motivates

5 — Vivid, powerful urgency

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Creative Writing: Fiction: REACTION

How compellingly does your protagonist deal with the problems?

1 — Minimal response

2 — Simple cause-effect

3 — Believable; moves scene

4 — Builds consequences; tension rises

5 — Revealing; deepens character/plot

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Creative Writing: Non-Fiction: METHOD

How compelling is the urgency of the problem?

1 — Vague steps

2 — Simple outline

3 — Doable steps with reasons

4 — Clear, ordered plan that works

5 — Powerful plan that handles problems

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Creative Writing: Fiction: EPIPHANY

How compellingly does your protagonist understand what is going on?

1 — No change in understanding

2 — Small realisation

3 — Realisation shown through action/choice

4 — Clear change in thinking and behaviour

5 — Deep insight that changes the story

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Creative Writing: Non-Fiction: VISION

How compelling is your vision of the future if your plan is implemented?

1 — Generic “things get better”

2 — General benefits

3 — Clear picture of improvement

4 — Vivid outcomes tied to values

5 — Inspiring, believable future

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Creative Writing: Fiction: PROACTION

How compellingly does your protagonist implement a plan?

1 — Plan unclear

2 — Attempt with limited result

3 — Clear plan; purposeful outcome

4 — Strategic action; complications

5 — Decisive action; momentum builds

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Creative Writing: Non-Fiction: COUNTER-ARGUMENT

How compellingly do you argue against other views?

1 — Not mentioned

2 — Briefly mentioned

3 — Main objections answered

4 — Big objections handled with evidence

5 — Powerful rebuttal that strengthens the case

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Creative Writing: Fiction: CLIMAX

How compellingly do the forces of evil collide?

1 — Quiet resolution

2 — Short high point

3 — Clear turning point; consequences

4 — High-stakes choice; well set up

5 — Powerful, vivid peak of the story

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Creative Writing: Non-Fiction: CONCLUSION

How compelling is your final push?

1 — Ends suddenly

2 — Summary + light call to act

3 — Clear restatement + next step

4 — Echoes opening and urges action

5 — Crafted finish; memorable line + action

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Creative Writing: Fiction: DENOUEMENT

How compelling is your ending?

1 — Abrupt close

2 — Straightforward ending

3 — Satisfying reflection

4 — Circular echo / call-forward

5 — Memorable close; leaves a strong impression

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Creative Writing (Non-Fiction): Language

Creative Writing: Non-Fiction: LANGUAGE (rhetoric & tone)

How compelling is your rhetoric and tone?

1 — Functional description

2 — Some imagery; uneven

3 — Controlled imagery; varied syntax

4 — Sustained crafting; precise diction

5 — Distinctive voice; devices serve purpose

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Creative Writing (Fiction): Language

Creative Writing: Fiction: LANGUAGE (style & devices)

How compelling is your use of language style and devices?

1 — Functional description

2 — Some imagery; uneven

3 — Controlled imagery; varied syntax

4 — Sustained crafting; precise diction

5 — Distinctive voice; devices serve purpose

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Creative Writing (Fiction): Ideas, Concepts & Themes

Creative Writing: Fiction: IDEAS, CONCEPTS & THEMES

How compelling are your ideas, concepts and themes?

1 — Simple idea

2 — Growing theme

3 — Clear controlling idea

4 — Strong idea woven through

5 — Insightful theme that unifies the piece

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Creative Writing (Non-Fiction): Ideas, Concepts & Themes

Creative Writing: Non-Fiction: IDEAS

How compelling are your ideas, concepts and themes?

1 — Broad claim; thin support

2 — Developing reasons

3 — Coherent argument with evidence

4 — Well-developed and balanced

5 — Persuasive, nuanced and convincing

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Creative Writing Language Techniques: MAD FATHERS CROPS

Other techniques your used in Section B

Did you use any other notable linguistic and / or structural techniques in Section B? List them below.

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Where You're Going

3 Priorities

Name 3 precise areas you want to focus on to make the most gains; think about where you lost the most marks.

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Short-terms aims

What will you do differently next time?

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Where to Next?

Action 1 (Course & Resources)

What's the next step you will take in your course (& resources) towards your goals?

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Action 2 (Lessons)

How will you use the live lessons to help you reach your goals?

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Action 3 (Support)

How will you use available support to help you reach your goals?

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GCSE English Language Writing Assessment Original

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Identity

How You're Going

Trends

Metacognition

TTECEA Analysis

Creative Writing (Fiction): Structure

Creative Writing (Non-Fiction): Structure

Creative Writing (Non-Fiction): Language

Creative Writing (Fiction): Language

Creative Writing (Fiction): Ideas, Concepts & Themes

Creative Writing (Non-Fiction): Ideas, Concepts & Themes

Creative Writing Language Techniques: MAD FATHERS CROPS

Where You're Going

Where to Next?

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