Paper 1 Assessment Learner Response

Paper 1 Assessment Learner Response

1) Type up your feedback in full (you do not need to write mark/grade if you do not wish to).

WWW - You start well and there's plenty of potential here but overall this needs to be a useful lesson in the level of work and preparation required in Year 11

EBI - Revision: Narrative Theory, Terminology, CSP details.

- Revise / Practice social + cultural contexts questions.

2) Look at the mark scheme for this assessment. For Question 2 (12 mark unseen) use the indicative content in the mark scheme to identify three points that you could have referred to in your answer.

• Athletic body connotes that the subject is in condition and well prepared for the

‘battle’.

• No direct address but the subject’s eyes are focused on pushing the heavy tyre

(physical exertion) which connotes determination and power in the face of adversity.

This is reinforced by his facial expression which has his mouth open in a roar which

connotes supremacy and effort.

• Dress code has connotations of strength since the trainers are engaged in the

activity and the clothes are functional and appropriate for task so they connote

success and durability. The make-up shows sweat and dirt which has connotations

of being ready for action and taking part / effort.

• Body stance / position connotes that the subject is ready to face and overcome any

opponent.

• The brand name ‘Under armour’ has connotations of battle and war being connected

to sport.

3) For Question 3 (Galaxy - narrative features) use the mark scheme to write down the main narrative theories and how we can link them to the Galaxy advert CSP. 

• The structure of the narrative: it follows a linear structure and features versions of

iconic actors from the glamorous era of Hollywood (a CGI Audrey Hepburn and a

lookalike for Gregory Peck) associated with sophistication and desirability.

4) Now look at Question 4 - Tatler and social/cultural contexts. Use the mark scheme to identify three points you could have made in your answer here.

• Recent cultural events referenced in cover lines – ‘See EU later’

references Brexit while ‘Love in the time of Corona’ reflects Covid

pandemic. Suggests that wealthy British people want to know the

latest news and current affairs.

5) On Section B, focus on Question 7 - film industry and Black Widow. Use the mark scheme to identify three ways Black Widow was marketed to its audience.

• Specific IMAX promotions with 22 minutes of the film shot in 1.90:1 aspect ratio

especially for IMAX cinemas.

6) Finally, write down three things you are going to work on before your next mock exam in December (e.g. time management; revising CSPs etc.)

1. Revising Practical Social + Cultural Context / Overall Revision of Year 1 Media

2. Making sure I can find the time to do the coursework / contributes a lot to my grades

3. Camera Shots / Words