1. Explore connections and comparisons between different literary texts...
2. ... informed by interpretations of other readers.
Some coursework drama tasks which have generated successful outcomes in the past are:
- Compare and contrast Wilde's and Bronte's presentation of the relationships between different social classes in 'A Woman of No Importance' and 'Jane Eyre' in the light of the opinion that Wilde scorns only the nobility whereas Bronte scorns only the poor;
- Compare and contrast the presentation of female characters in Wilde's 'A Woman of No Importance' with Stoppard's 'Arcadia' in the light of the opinion that whereas Stoppard's females are cleverer than Wilde's, Wilde's females are ultimately more successful.
Explore the ways in which Oscar Wilde presents women in AWONI. How does this compare with Emily Bronte’s presentation of women in WH. Which is the more effective portrayal?
Essays comparing the relationship between characters work well e.g Explore the relationship between Mrs Arbuthnot (and whoever!). Compare their relationship with that of Kathy and Heathcliff. Which relationship do you find the most convincing?
Essays can be character or theme based but need to have the emphasis on the play (about 70%). You MUST explore alternative readings.
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