Question 7

‘The most obvious leader was Jack.’ What makes Jack a powerful leader? Consider Jack’s qualities, how Jack is shown as a leader, how you respond to Jack.

The examiner is looking for you to show that you understand the character of Jack and how he responds and behaves when he is a leader.

You need to consider the qualities that make Jack so powerful.

Plan

1 – Introduction

What are you going to do? You are going to consider Jack’s role as a leader, by exploring his qualities, words and actions which make him a powerful leader.

2 – Jack’s Qualities

Select examples from the novel which show Jack’s qualities as a leader.

You need to explain how he is a leader by looking at how he behaves, how he treats others and his actions towards others.

3 - How Jack is shown as a leader

Select examples which show Jack as a leader.

You should select specific examples of when Jack is in charge – E.g hunting.

When Jack is a leader how does he treat others?

How does he behave?

4 – Your response

What is your opinion of Jack?

Do you think he is a powerful leader? Why / why not?

Is Jack the most obvious leader? Why/why not?

Use relevant examples from the novel to support your points.

5 – Conclusion

Come to a firm conclusion using your analysis of Jack sum up whether or not he is the most obvious leader.

REMEMBER TO USE P.E.E/PQD THROUGHOUT.