Re-read paragraphs 4 and 5, which contain phrases about (a) the publisher's attitude to the novel and (b) the writer's feelings. Give: • the meaning of each phrase as it is used in the passage • the effect of each phrase as it is used in the passage.

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Oct/Nov 2023). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

1. [1] Meaning: (he / the publisher said / told her / me that) she / I should make no corrections / alterations / changes // (he / the publisher said / told her / me that) no corrections / alterations / changes should be made / don't change anything // (he / the publisher said / told her / me that) to leave it as it is // (she / I) shouldn't do anything (to the story)
2. [1] Effect: the novel / her story / her work / it was excellent / (almost) perfect / very good / very well written (and didn't need any changes) // she is an excellent / very good writer / author // (the publisher / he) loves it / the novel / her story / her work (as it is) // (the publisher / he) is very pleased with it / really liked it / admired it / is impressed
3. [1] Meaning: 'aroma': the smell / scent / perfume of the books 'enveloped': surrounded / wrapped / covered / was all over me / her / all around me / her
4. [1] Effect: (the writer / she / I felt) comforted / comfortable / reassured / at ease / secure / at home / at peace / soothed / relaxed // (the books / library / they were / it was) comforting / comfortable / reassuring / welcoming / calming