Choose EITHER Question 4 OR Question 5. EITHER Explore the significance of the setting of Crythin Gifford in 'The Woman in Black'. In your answer, you should consider: * how Hill uses the setting to create atmosphere * the connection between the setting and key events in the novel

Mark scheme

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

1. Refer to the marking grid for Questions 2-10.
2. C1 (Content and analysis): Reward responses that show a detailed understanding of Crythin Gifford as a setting, including its isolation, desolate landscape, and connection to the supernatural. Expect exploration of how the setting contributes to the psychological impact on Arthur Kipps. Detailed textual references are vital.
3. C2 (Writer's methods): Reward responses that analyse Hill's use of descriptive language, pathetic fallacy, sensory details, and imagery to create a chilling and oppressive atmosphere. Consideration of the cyclical nature of the narrative and the role of the setting in creating suspense and fear is also relevant.
4. C3 (Context and interpretation): Reward responses that consider the gothic conventions employed by Hill and how the isolated, rural setting contributes to the horror genre. Exploration of themes such as fear of the unknown, isolation, and psychological torment, amplified by the setting, is also relevant.
5. C4 (Communication and organisation): Reward responses that are well-structured, clear, and articulate, using appropriate literary terminology and making sustained arguments.