Question 1

What is your opinion of Jack’s character in the novel? Does he make a good leader? You may wish to consider – the language he uses and his actions towards others.

The examiner is looking for your opinion of Jack’s character in the novel.

They want to know if you think he makes good leader.

Consider the language he uses and his actions.

Plan

1 – Introduction

What are you going to do? You are going to put across your opinion of Jack, and whether or not you think he makes a good leader.

2 – Jack’s character

What is Jack like?

What are Jack’s good and bad characteristics?

Select specific events which show Jack’s character and focus on his words and actions throughout the novel.

3 - Jack as a leader

Select relevant examples which show Jack as a leader.

Decide whether you think he makes a good leader or not, use relevant examples to support your opinion.

4 – Conclusion

Come to a firm conclusion and a clear opinion, what do you think of Jack as a character?

You need to ensure you use quotations and references to the text.

REMEMBER TO USE P.E.E (Point, Evidence, Explain) /PQD (Point, Quotation, Develop)THROUGHOUT.