Essay Plan

The examiner is looking for you to show that you understand how and why Shakespeare uses imagery to create mood.

You need to use PEE (Point, Evidence, Explanation) throughout to show that you understand how and why mood is created.

Plan

1 – Introduction

What are you going to do?

You are going to explore how and why Shakespeare uses imagery to create mood.

2 – Tension and Suspense

Use PEE throughout and select examples of where imagery is used to create tension and suspense.

 Why is it used here?

What is the effect of this imagery ? - E.g Ghost, final scene,

3 – Fear and Despair

Use PEE throughout and select examples of where imagery is used to create a mood of fear and despair .

Why is it used here?

What is the effect of this imagery? E.g Ophelia, Hamlet

4 – Other examples of Imagery

Use PEE to select other examples of imagery – E.g when imagery is used for comical purposes or to show grief or happiness.

5 – Conclusion

Your conclusion is an opportunity for you to sum up how and why imagery is used and how it forms a vital part of the play, in order to engage and entertain the audience.

Remember to use PEE throughout