6.3. Comparative Essay

• Which assessment objective does a comparative essay primarily address?

  AO4
• AO2 focuses on analyzing how meanings are shaped in literary texts.


  True
• The comparative essay in Component 03 specifically assesses AO4.

  True
• When selecting texts, it is important to consider the historical, social, or cultural contexts.
• What does AO4 specifically assess in the Comparative Essay?

  Connections between literary texts
• Highlighting both similarities and differences in thematic and stylistic approaches is crucial for comparing texts effectively.


  True
• When comparing literary texts, you should analyze how authors use literary devices to convey their themes
• What are some stylistic techniques that can be analyzed in comparative essays?

  Symbolism, narrative structure, language
• What type of evidence should be provided for each point of comparison in a comparative essay?

  Textual evidence
• In *To the Lighthouse*, the lighthouse itself is used as a symbol of memory and the passage of time
• In *To the Lighthouse*, the lighthouse symbolizes memory and the passage of time.


  True
• What should a thesis statement in a comparative essay clearly state?

  Key similarities or differences
• What is a motif in literature?

  Recurring images or ideas
• In *To the Lighthouse*, the lighthouse is a symbol of memory and the passage of time
• The comparative essay in Component 03 primarily assesses AO4, which focuses on exploring connections between literary texts.


  True
• What are the common themes explored in *To the Lighthouse* and *The Remains of the Day*?

  Memory, loss, human experience
• A comparative essay should begin with a clear thesis statement that identifies key similarities and/or differences
• What literary devices are essential to explore in a comparative essay?

  Symbolism, imagery, motifs
• What is the contrasting narrative structure of Ishiguro's *The Remains of the Day*?

  Postmodern, unreliable narrator
• The contrasting styles of *To the Lighthouse* and *The Remains of the Day* highlight the evolution of literary expression in the 20th century.


  True
• In *The Remains of the Day*, silverware is a symbol of emotional repression
• In the introduction, a comparative essay requires a thesis statement that outlines the key similarities and/or differences
• Literary devices such as symbolism, imagery, and motifs are used to convey themes
• What introductory phrases can be used to embed a quotation in an essay?

  "As the text states, '...'"
• What should a strong thesis statement for a comparative essay outline?

  Key similarities and/or differences
• Which assessment objective is specifically addressed in a comparative essay for Component 03?

  AO4
• AO2 focuses on analyzing how meanings are shaped in literary texts.
• What are three literary devices that authors use to develop central themes in comparative essays?

  Symbolism, imagery, motifs
• What are three factors to consider when selecting two post-1900 literary texts for comparison?

  Thematic connections, stylistic similarities, contextual relevance
• What is the purpose of the thesis statement in the introduction of a comparative essay?

  To state key similarities and differences
• What does the lighthouse symbolize in Virginia Woolf's *To the Lighthouse*?

  Memory and the passage of time
• Textual evidence, such as direct quotes, is essential for comparing and contrasting literary texts effectively.


  True
• Symbolism in literature is used to represent a theme


  True
• The lighthouse in "To the Lighthouse" is described as stark and white against the churning sea
• An introduction should present the thesis statement and background context


  True
• Incorporate quotations using introductory phrases like "As the text states, '...' " to embed the quotation.
• To ensure a clear and coherent argument, your introduction should establish a strong thesis statement.
• What should a thorough literary analysis demonstrate?

  Understanding of literary techniques
• What is the final step in reviewing and refining a comparative essay?

  Confirm adherence to guidelines
• The assessment objectives for Component 03: Literature Post-1900 include articulating informed, personal, and creative responses