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Investigation Structure

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AqaA LevelEnglish Language And LiteratureNon Exam Assessment Making Connections

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Investigation Structure requirements16 objectives

Analyse literary and non literary material using relevant linguistic and literary methods
Apply citations accurately
Apply references accurately
Avoid simply describing the selected literary text in the introduction
Build connections between the literary text and non literary data
Connect secondary reading to the selected material or analytical method
Contextualise the chosen non literary material
Discuss ideas from secondary reading cogently
Draw conclusions that answer the investigation aim
Explain why the investigation aim follows from understanding of the literary text
Include appendices with selected evidence where appropriate
Include references for sources used
Justify the selection of non literary material
Present evidence clearly without overloading the main investigation
Use secondary sources to inform the investigation
Write an introduction that demonstrates understanding of the selected literary text

DictionImageryCitationsStructureThesis StatementTextual EvidenceThemeMotifIntertextualityNarrative StructureExpositionClimax

Use textual evidence effectively: Support your analysis with direct quotations from the text.
Plan your structure before writing: Create an outline to organize your thoughts and ensure a logical flow of ideas.

Misidentifying the narrator: Always distinguish between the narrator's voice and the author's intentions.
Neglecting to cite sources: Always include proper citations for all sources referenced in your work.

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