(b) Explain how the writer uses language in Text A to create a sense of fear. You should support your answer with examples from the text.

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme. The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

1. Use the following table to give a mark out of 8.
2. Level 1: 1-2 marks - Identifies some basic language features. Limited explanation of effect.
3. Level 2: 3-4 marks - Identifies some language features and attempts to explain their effect. Some textual reference.
4. Level 3: 5-6 marks - Identifies relevant language features and explains their effects in relation to creating fear. Good use of textual reference.
5. Level 4: 7-8 marks - Perceptive analysis of language features and their nuanced effects in creating fear. Well-chosen and integrated textual references.