Drama:

• What were the dates of World War I?

  1914-1918
• What is the specific time period requirement for the drama text chosen in the AQA A-Level English Literature Unit 3.2.1 Option 2A?

  Post-2000
• What is one common theme in World War I literature related to shattered ideals?

  Disillusionment
• The trauma and psychological impact of World War I included conditions such as PTSD, grief, and moral/ethical struggles
• The futility of war is a theme that questions the purpose and justification of the conflict, often highlighting the senseless loss of life
• Juxtaposition is a technique that contrasts different characters' perspectives, experiences, or responses to the war
• A prose text offers a more comprehensive exploration of the war's impact on broader communities compared to drama or poetry.


  True
• The chosen drama text for the AQA A-Level English Literature must be written post-2000.


  True
• The poetry text may provide a more personal and subjective lens, capturing the individual's emotional and psychological journey through the war.
• The chosen drama text ensures a modern perspective on the historical events and themes of World War I.


  True
• What was one of Wilfred Owen's motivations for writing poetry about the war?

  To expose the horrors
• Match the theme with its literary example:

  Trauma and Psychological Impact ↔️ Regeneration

  Changing Gender Roles ↔️ Testament of Youth
• Flashbacks and a nonlinear narrative in World War I drama are used to explore the psychological and emotional toll of the war on characters.
• The drama format allows for a more visceral and immediate portrayal of the war's impact on individuals and society.


  True
• The drama text may explore themes of disillusionment, trauma, and changing gender roles in the aftermath of World War I, similar to the other texts
• The prose text may employ a more linear narrative structure to trace character development and societal changes over time.


  True
• The drama text may explore themes of disillusionment, trauma, and changing gender roles in the aftermath of World War I, similar to the other texts
• The prose text may employ a more linear narrative structure to trace character development and societal changes over time.


  True
• Steps for structuring an effective essay on the chosen texts:

  1️⃣ Write an introduction

  2️⃣ Use topic sentences for each paragraph

  3️⃣ Provide detailed textual evidence

  4️⃣ Draw thoughtful comparisons

  5️⃣ Synthesize key points in the conclusion
• At least one of the three texts studied in this unit must be written post-2000
• When analyzing characters in literature set during World War I, it is important to consider their emotional responses
• The motivations of characters in World War I literature drive their thoughts and behaviors
• What is the theme of disillusionment and loss of innocence in World War I literature?

  Shattered ideals about war
• What does the theme of nationalism and patriotism explore in World War I literature?

  Complex interplay of pride
• A nonlinear narrative is used to explore the psychological toll of World War I.

  True
• The poetry text provides a more personal and subjective lens, capturing the individual's emotional and psychological journey
• The drama text presents a multifaceted portrayal of the war, allowing for the contrast of different characters' experiences.


  True
• What time period must the chosen drama text be written in for this unit?

  Post-2000
• World War I resulted in widespread loss of life, destruction, and disillusionment, as well as shifts in power dynamics.
• In "All Quiet on the Western Front," Paul Bäumer loses his initial patriotism as he witnesses the brutality of trench warfare.
• What is the impact of symbolism in World War I drama?

  Conveys deeper themes
• The drama text may explore themes of disillusionment, trauma, and changing gender roles in the aftermath of World War I, similar to the other texts
• The prose text may employ a more linear narrative structure to trace character development and societal changes over time.


  True
• The drama text may utilize techniques like flashbacks, symbolism, and juxtaposition to disrupt the chronology
• The drama text may present a multifaceted portrayal of the war, allowing for the contrast of different characters' experiences.


  True
• The drama text may utilize techniques like flashbacks, symbolism, and juxtaposition to disrupt the chronology
• The drama text may present a multifaceted portrayal of the war, allowing for the contrast of different characters' experiences.


  True
• Organizing an essay with an introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion is essential for clarity.


  True
• What is the specific time period requirement for the drama text chosen in the AQA A-Level English Literature Unit 3.2.1 Option 2A?

  Written post-2000
• Comprehending the historical context of World War I is crucial for interpreting related literature.

  True