English Litreature J352,02 November 2020 , OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

1. Love and Relationships – Comparison of how poems depict relationships where feelings are unequal, analyzing tone, atmosphere, and language; exploration of another poem presenting relationship problems.

2. Conflict – Comparison of how poems present conflict between people and nature, including tone and language effects; detailed exploration of another poem showing powerlessness in conflict.

3. Youth and Age – Comparison of how poems depict childhood memories through ideas, tone, and structure; examination of another poem illustrating unhappy experiences in youth or age.

4. Romeo and Juliet – Analysis of Shakespeare’s portrayal of Romeo and Friar Lawrence’s relationship, focusing on emotional tension and guidance; exploration of Juliet’s increasing power throughout the play.

5. The Merchant of Venice – Discussion of friendship and marriage in the play with references to Antonio, Bassanio, and Portia; evaluation of audience sympathy for Shylock across different moments.

6. Macbeth – Examination of Macbeth’s insecurity and internal conflict, referencing Act 3, Scene 2; analysis of Duncan’s kingship and its portrayal in different scenes.