O-LevelLiterature in EnglishPoetry2010/12 · May/June 2019 · Q225 Marks
Meeting at Night The grey sea and the long black land; And the yellow half-moon large and low; And the startled little waves that leap In fiery ringlets from their sleep, As I gain the cove with pushing prow, And quench its speed i' the slushy sand. 5 Then a mile of warm sea-scented beach; Three fields to cross till a farm appears; A tap at the pane, the quick sharp scratch And blue spurt of a lighted match, And a voice less loud, through its joys and fears, Than the two hearts beating each to each! 10 (Robert Browning)
- How does Browning create a vivid atmosphere in Meeting at Night?[25]
Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2019). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- demonstrates knowledge by incorporating well-selected reference to the text skilfully and with flair (AO1)
- sustains a critical understanding of the text showing individuality and insight (AO2)
- responds sensitively and in considerable detail to the way the writer achieves her / his effects (AO3)
- sustains personal and evaluative engagement with task and text (AO4)
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