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How To: English 3/4 AOS1- Text Response
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Brief example of an analysis of Literary Techniques and Features in a text
For this example, Ive used Anna Funders Stasiland to demonstrate step 5. However, the basic principle of
discussing and creating an interpretation is universal to all texts on the VCE English 3/4, and can be harked
back upon in a text response.
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Incorporating Social, Political and Historical Context in your Text Response
SAC
Anna Funders Stasiland, (2002), provides a condemning exposition into how the deplorable practices
of thesocialist Stasi affected the lives of ordinary citizens in the former German DemocraticRepublic (GDR). Funders investigation uncovers the lingering impact of the Iron Curtain (and
Berlin Wall) had on reunified Germany, illustrating how its existence symbolised a long lasting
trauma that for some, cannot be forgotten.
I introduce a key component of
the historical context; in this case,
the Stasi and its part in history.Here, a simple allusion to a part
of the text - Mauer im Kopf - can
be done by warming it up when
providing a general overview. This
is a cultural value.
Social, Historical and Political
context can also be alluded to
when noting how the contexts
have influenced the future.
Ive merely highlighted a
mere item that is
highlighted in the text, and
is the basis of discussion in
it. This is an example of
foreshadowing.
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Metalanguage and Evidence in a Text Response SAC
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By denying the truth and its e#ects, Stasiland reveals that while the past
cannot be perpetually erased, it can be managed into the future. As a piece
of literary journalism, Funder strives to interact with characters from both
sides of the regime, however authorial biasis displayed in her discussion
with Karl-Eduard Von Schnitzler. Through the uninviting tone employed in
the dialogue, Von Schnitzler- a self proclaimed leading figure of the GDR
is instantaneously portrayed as a nasty person who vehemently denies the
extent of the regimes brutality. Von Schnitzlers belief that heis be-lov-ed
by everyone directly exposes the ignorance he has about his place in the
new German society, therefore appearing unfettered about his past.
Furthermore, Von Schnitzlers unburdened appearance is challenged as
Funder notices that the name at the doorbell to his apartment is not his,
rather, his wifes. Prior to beginning the interview withSudel-ede (Filthy
Ed), the absence of his name at the door can be interpreted as an
acknowledgement of Von Schnitzlers fear of retribution for contributing to
the trauma experienced by citizens, thus implying that his conscience in thepresent and future has indeed been a#ected by the actions of his past.
Additionally, Funders interview with Klaus Renft- a victim of Orwellian-like
structure in East German society- demonstrates his dependency on alcohol
to numb the a#ects of traumatic ordeals from his own past. Whilst Funder
notes that Klaus memory of not existing anymorehas somewhat
withdrawn into the background, hisalcohol cushioned landings alludeto
the idea that the past has in fact defined his present and future to the extent
that his alcohol-dependency is the cathartic vehicle used to nullify his pain.
Funders interaction with the contrasting characters Klaus and Karl-Eduard
Von Schnitzler demonstrates that whilst present and future is greatly shaped
by the past, the process of rehabilitation can occur by implementing coping
mechanisms- be it through outright denial or forced ignorance- that slowlycauses one to withdraw and move on into the future.
Quotation is
warmed up by
noting the context of
who said it
Quotation is used to
both enhance my
point, as well as
make a reference to
the historical
context AND literary
allusion (to Orwells1984)
Use of
Metalanguage is
highlighted in green
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The Study Design Broken Down:
Area of Study One, Reading and Responding
People often find the study design a little confusing. This is a shame, as teachers usually refer you to
the study design when you want to know what is going on. Therefore, Ive broken it up. In the white
cells youll find what VCAA prescribes in the document. In the grey cells, there is a simple explanation
of what this means, and therefore, what you will be expected to do in the SAC.
VCAA Study Design: http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Documents/vce/english/English-ESL-SD-2007.pdf
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The Assessment Criteria:
Area of Study One, Reading and Responding
Remember:- In all Unit 3/4 disciplines - including English 3/4 - in order for you to get a Satisfactory, you need
to score a minimum of 30%. This means that in the SAC for this Area of Study (AOS1), you needto score a minimum of 9 out of 30.
- This area of study is worth 30% of Unit 3, and 50% of Unit 4. All SAC marks make 50%of your study score, therefore, AOS1 for both U3 and U4 makes up 40% of your SAC
score.