(b) Both texts describe storms. Compare the ways in which the writers present the impact of the storms on people. In your answer, you should: * compare the writers' use of language and structure * support your ideas with examples from both texts.

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 16.
2. Level 1: 1-4 marks - Limited identification of methods. Simple comparisons/contrasts. Sparse textual reference.
3. Level 2: 5-8 marks - Some identification of methods used by writers. Attempts to compare/contrast. Some relevant textual references.
4. Level 3: 9-12 marks - Clear understanding of how writers present impact. Clear comparisons/contrasts of language and structure. Good textual support from both texts.
5. Level 4: 13-16 marks - Perceptive understanding and detailed analysis of writers' methods. Sustained, perceptive comparison/contrast. Integrated, well-chosen textual references.