Section B Creative writing key terms

plan focus

In Descriptive writing, plan focus means keeping the answer tied to "AO5: plan descriptive writing that responds directly to a written or visual stimulus." rather than drifting into generic comments.

plan exam use

For Section B Creative writing, plan exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

detail focus

In Descriptive writing, detail focus means keeping the answer tied to "Use precise vocabulary and sensory detail to create atmosphere." rather than drifting into generic comments.

detail exam use

For Section B Creative writing, detail exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

detail focus

In Descriptive writing, detail focus means keeping the answer tied to "Organise descriptive writing into a clear sequence of focus and detail." rather than drifting into generic comments.

detail exam use

For Section B Creative writing, detail exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

imagery focus

In Descriptive writing, imagery focus means keeping the answer tied to "Use imagery and figurative language where it strengthens the intended effect." rather than drifting into generic comments.

imagery exam use

For Section B Creative writing, imagery exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

vary focus

In Descriptive writing, vary focus means keeping the answer tied to "AO6: vary sentence openings, lengths and structures for control and emphasis." rather than drifting into generic comments.

vary exam use

For Section B Creative writing, vary exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

perspective focus

In Descriptive writing, perspective focus means keeping the answer tied to "Maintain a consistent descriptive viewpoint or perspective." rather than drifting into generic comments.

perspective exam use

For Section B Creative writing, perspective exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

narrative focus

In Narrative writing, narrative focus means keeping the answer tied to "AO5: plan a narrative response that fits the prompt and develops a clear idea." rather than drifting into generic comments.

narrative exam use

For Section B Creative writing, narrative exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

opening focus

In Narrative writing, opening focus means keeping the answer tied to "Create a controlled opening that establishes character, setting or conflict." rather than drifting into generic comments.

opening exam use

For Section B Creative writing, opening exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

narrative focus

In Narrative writing, narrative focus means keeping the answer tied to "Develop a narrative sequence using paragraphing, shifts and transitions." rather than drifting into generic comments.

narrative exam use

For Section B Creative writing, narrative exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

character focus

In Narrative writing, character focus means keeping the answer tied to "AO6: use dialogue selectively and accurately where it advances character or action." rather than drifting into generic comments.

character exam use

For Section B Creative writing, character exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

tension focus

In Narrative writing, tension focus means keeping the answer tied to "Build tension or interest through pace, focus and structural choices." rather than drifting into generic comments.

tension exam use

For Section B Creative writing, tension exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

narrative focus

In Narrative writing, narrative focus means keeping the answer tied to "Write an ending that resolves, reframes or deliberately leaves a narrative idea open." rather than drifting into generic comments.

narrative exam use

For Section B Creative writing, narrative exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

punctuation focus

In Technical accuracy in creative writing, punctuation focus means keeping the answer tied to "AO6: use a range of punctuation accurately to clarify meaning and shape effect." rather than drifting into generic comments.

punctuation exam use

For Section B Creative writing, punctuation exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

write focus

In Technical accuracy in creative writing, write focus means keeping the answer tied to "Write sentences that are grammatically secure and varied." rather than drifting into generic comments.

write exam use

For Section B Creative writing, write exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

paragraphs focus

In Technical accuracy in creative writing, paragraphs focus means keeping the answer tied to "Use paragraphs to organise creative writing clearly." rather than drifting into generic comments.

paragraphs exam use

For Section B Creative writing, paragraphs exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

vocabulary focus

In Technical accuracy in creative writing, vocabulary focus means keeping the answer tied to "Choose ambitious vocabulary accurately and appropriately." rather than drifting into generic comments.

vocabulary exam use

For Section B Creative writing, vocabulary exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

maintain focus

In Technical accuracy in creative writing, maintain focus means keeping the answer tied to "Maintain tense, viewpoint and register consistently." rather than drifting into generic comments.

maintain exam use

For Section B Creative writing, maintain exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.

spelling focus

In Technical accuracy in creative writing, spelling focus means keeping the answer tied to "Proofread creative writing to correct errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar." rather than drifting into generic comments.

spelling exam use

For Section B Creative writing, spelling exam use means applying the skill with clear evidence, explanation and assessment-objective awareness.