Latin J282,04 June 2023 , OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

1. Echo’s Tragic Condition | Inability to speak first, only able to repeat words, sorrowful existence before encountering Narcissus.

2. Echo’s Obsessive Love for Narcissus | Intensity of her passion, Ovid’s imagery of fire and burning, portrayal of helpless attraction.

3. Narcissus’ Rejection of Echo | His cold dismissal, Echo’s retreat into isolation, emotional devastation, lingering unfulfilled love.

4. Narcissus’ Downfall and Echo’s Reaction | Ovid’s depiction of Narcissus’ self-destruction, Echo’s bittersweet response, repetition of his final words.

5. Catullus’ Love for Lesbia | Romantic desperation, desire for limitless kisses, exaggeration using vast imagery, passion mixed with obsession.

6. Catullus’ Torment in Love | Love as uncontrollable madness, fear of envy and curses, inability to quantify desire.