3.2. Preparing for the 19th-Century Novel essay question

• The main topic of an essay question can be identified by determining the key themes or concepts
• In the example analysis, what is the main topic of the essay question "How does setting shape character development in *Pride and Prejudice*?"

  Setting
• Which novel was written by Jane Austen?

  Pride and Prejudice
• Familiarizing yourself with the key details of 19th-century novels is essential for exam preparation.


  True
• Match the novel with its theme and character development:

  Pride and Prejudice ↔️ Prejudiced Elizabeth accepts Darcy's true character. ||| Social class, marriage, gender roles

  Great Expectations ↔️ Pip learns to appreciate his original values. ||| Social mobility, crime and punishment, identity

  Jekyll and Hyde ↔️ Jekyll's dual nature is revealed through Hyde. ||| Human nature, duality of man, morality

  Wuthering Heights ↔️ Catherine's struggle between passion and social standing. ||| Passion, revenge, social class
• A theme-focused question asks about the central ideas being explored
• Match the novel with its author:

  Pride and Prejudice ↔️ Jane Austen

  Great Expectations ↔️ Charles Dickens

  Jekyll and Hyde ↔️ Robert Louis Stevenson

  Wuthering Heights ↔️ Emily Brontë
• What are some aspects to consider when comparing 19th-century novels?

  Themes, characters, setting, narrative style
• What should be maintained to ensure a logical flow in a 19th-century novel essay?

  Organized arguments and evidence
• Identifying key arguments is the first step in developing a 19th-century novel essay.


  True
• In the example from 'Frankenstein,' light and darkness symbolize knowledge versus ignorance.


  True
• You must confirm which novel to reference in your essay.


  True
• Theme-based essay questions often use keywords like "explore" or "analyze."


  True
• The novel 'Pride and Prejudice' was written by Jane
• The novel 'Jekyll and Hyde' was written by Robert
• What are the key themes of 'Wuthering Heights'?

  Passion, revenge, social class
• One of the common themes explored in these novels is social class
• Match the novel with its character development and key themes:

  Pride and Prejudice ↔️ Elizabeth Bennet grows from prejudiced to accepting ||| Social class, marriage, gender roles

  Great Expectations ↔️ Pip learns to appreciate original values ||| Social mobility, crime, identity

  Jekyll and Hyde ↔️ Jekyll's transformation reveals duality ||| Human nature, morality

  Wuthering Heights ↔️ Catherine's struggle leads to downfall ||| Passion, revenge, social class
• What are the key themes of 'Pride and Prejudice'?

  Social class, marriage, gender roles
• Steps to develop strong arguments for a 19th-century novel essay

  1️⃣ Identify key arguments

  2️⃣ Find relevant textual evidence

  3️⃣ Analyze the evidence

  4️⃣ Integrate evidence smoothly

  5️⃣ Maintain a logical flow
• Maintaining a logical flow in an essay requires the use of transitional phrases


  True
• The introduction should hook the reader's interest and provide background context

  True
• In *Frankenstein*, light and darkness symbolize knowledge versus ignorance
• Analyzing model essays can help students understand effective argumentation and organization


  True
• Key words in an essay question, such as "analyze," provide direction
• Match the novel with its author:

  Pride and Prejudice ↔️ Jane Austen

  Great Expectations ↔️ Charles Dickens

  Jekyll and Hyde ↔️ Robert Louis Stevenson

  Wuthering Heights ↔️ Emily Brontë
• Common themes explored in 19th-century novels include social class, love and marriage, and morality
• Steps to analyze an essay question effectively

  1️⃣ Identify the Main Topic

  2️⃣ Identify the Focus

  3️⃣ Identify the Key Words

  4️⃣ Identify the Novel to be Discussed
• Some commonly studied 19th-century novels for the Edexcel GCSE English Literature exam include *Pride and Prejudice* by Jane Austen
• How does Elizabeth Bennet change in *Pride and Prejudice*?

  From prejudiced to accepting
• In *Jekyll and Hyde*, Jekyll's transformation into Hyde reveals the duality of man
• To develop strong arguments in an essay, you need to identify key arguments
• Arguments and supporting evidence should be organized in a clear, coherent manner
• A body paragraph should begin with a topic sentence
• Key words in an essay question provide direction
• Questions about character focus on traits and roles
• Match the 19th-century novel with its author:

  Pride and Prejudice ↔️ Jane Austen

  Great Expectations ↔️ Charles Dickens

  Jekyll and Hyde ↔️ Robert Louis Stevenson
• 'Pride and Prejudice' explores themes of social class, marriage, and gender roles.


  True
• 'Wuthering Heights' was written by Emily
• Match the novel with its author:

  Pride and Prejudice ↔️ Jane Austen

  Great Expectations ↔️ Charles Dickens

  Jekyll and Hyde ↔️ Robert Louis Stevenson

  Wuthering Heights ↔️ Emily Brontë