Unseen Poetry: Terminology

Important terminology for approaching the Edexcel iGCSE Unseen Poetry part of the exam. Arabic translations included for English Language Learners.     Vocabulary   Definition 1 Simile ุงู„ุชุดุจูŠู‡ ููŠ ุนู„ู… ุจู„ุงุบุฉ When something is compared to another using โ€˜likeโ€™ or โ€˜asโ€™ 2 Metaphor ุชุดุงุจู‡ ู…ุณุชุนุงุฑ When something is compared to another through description as if [...]

Edexcel Poetry Anthology: Tier 2 Vocabulary

Edexcel Poetry Anthology: Tier 2 Vocabulary

Important vocabulary for approaching the Edexcel iGCSE Poetry Anthology part of the exam. The words selected either appear in the poems themselves as trickier language or can be used in analysis. Arabic translations included for English Language Learners.     Vocabulary Translation Definition Synonym 1 Congregation (n.) ู…ุฌู…ุน A group of people assembled for religious [...]

ESL Resources by Topic: Living Cultures

ESL Resources by Topic: Living Cultures

PODCAST: ESL Aloud Guided instruction in speaking English for those learning English as a second language (ESL) Exam-style Writing Practice: Questions made in the style of the ESL Exam ESL Living Cultures - Writing Practice Art Galleries ESL Living Cultures - Writing Practice Music Festivals ESL Living Cultures Week 1 Vocabulary Quizizz ESL Living Cultures [...]

‘My Last Duchess’ by Robert Browning

'My Last Duchess' Annotated Poem  Presentation of Love Essay Planning Premium Subscriber Content Robert Browning My Last Duchess 30min Analytical Podcast Support exam preparation with this in-depth 30-minute analytical podcast on My Last Duchess, designed specifically for the Edexcel IGCSE English Literature Poetry Anthology. This resource focuses closely on language and structure, modelling the level [...]

‘Do not go gentle into that good night’ by Dylan Thomas

'Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night' Annotated Poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night' Second Set of Annotations Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night Illustrations & Graphic Novel The Presentation of Love in 'Do not go gentle into that good night' and 'Poem at 39' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJxW3KgU_XE  

‘Prayer Before Birth’ by Louis MacNeice

The content describes a video lesson analyzing the poem "Prayer Before Birth," focusing on language, repetition, voice, and structure. It aims to help students improve their analytical skills for GCSE and IGCSE Literature by providing strategies for effective poetry responses during exams, suitable for independent study and homework.

‘Piano’ by D H Lawrence

The content provides resources for students studying the poem "Piano," including a glossary of terms and an annotated version of the poem. It features a video analysis aimed at GCSE and IGCSE students, breaking down language, structure, and key quotations to enhance analytical writing and exam preparation skills.