O-LevelLiterature in EnglishProse2010/12 · Oct/Nov 2017 · Q1825 Marks

Towards the end of the novel, Thornhill says that his success 'did not feel like triumph'. To what extent does Grenville make you understand his feelings?

Towards the end of the novel, Thornhill says that his success 'did not feel like triumph'. To what extent does Grenville make you understand his feelings?[25]

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Oct/Nov 2017). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

[AO1] show detailed knowledge of the content of literary texts, supported by reference to the text
[AO2] understand the meanings of literary texts and their context, and explore texts beyond surface meaning to show deeper awareness of ideas and attitudes
[AO3] recognise and appreciate ways in which writers use language, structure, and form to create and shape meanings and effects
[AO4] communicate a sensitive and informed personal response to literary texts.

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Topic: Prose, O-Level Literature in English (syllabus 2010). Structured question, 25 marks.
Source: O-Level Literature in English, Oct/Nov 2017 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 18.

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