Progression Test Stage 7 English 2023 Paper 2 With Mark Scheme

1. Fiction comprehension—fantastical setting, Raglan Skein’s sensory projection, dangers of Lace coast, contrast in perceptions and realities
2. Language techniques—sibilance effect, figurative language (simile, personification), grammatical structure (complex sentences, adverbials)
3. Structure and syntax—punctuation analysis (commas, direct speech, contrast markers), sentence variety for pacing and detail
4. Vocabulary interpretation—three-word phrases (“a difficult job,” “were hiding, ready”), adverbs referring to place or time, figurative expressions
5. Writing task—creative continuation of story (Raglan’s arrival), tension with Lace people, possible outcomes based on suspicion or diplomacy
6. Assessment focus—analytical reading of narrative techniques, contextual vocabulary understanding, imaginative writing with coherent plot and tone