2. You should have a knowledge of what is meant by:
• characterisation;
• theme;
• setting;
• style (particularly use of theatrical techniques).

3. In 'Tally's Blood' by Ann Marie di Mambro, there are several key themes running throughout: war, love and national identity. These themes are largely revealed by analysing the characterisation of the key figures and looking more closely at several key events in the plot.

4. Drama:
• Theme • Breakdown in relationships/conflict between characters • Character (development/evokes our sympathy) • Theme/central concern/important human issue • Key scene • Turning point • Effective opening and closing scenes

5. There is no 'correct' way to structure a critical essay, but there are some general rules that you can use to organise your ideas and create a clear line of thought. In general, there are two ways in which to approach structuring a critical essay.
1. One quotation per main paragraph. These essays should use the following structure: • Paragraph 1: Introduction • Paragraph 2: Summary * • Paragraph 3-6/7: Main paragraphs (one quotation in each) • Paragraph 8: Conclusion 2. Two quotations per main paragraph. These essays should use the following structure: • Paragraph 1: Introduction • Paragraph 2: Summary * • Paragraph 3-5: Main paragraphs (two quotations in each) • Paragraph 6: Conclusion

6. There is key vocabulary linked to each genre which should be used when analysing evidence from a text.
• Evidence from a text can take the form of a quotation or detailed reference.
• You can organise your notes and evidence under broad themes such as conflict, characterisation and setting.
• The SQA have four broad general areas against which they assess your essay
• The question can help you to formulate your essay and structure your ideas
• Analysis of evidence should be thorough and discuss techniques or literary devices exploited by an author/ director.
• There are certain details that must be included in an introduction and a conclusion.
• Main paragraphs can be structured using the terms: topic sentence; point; evidence; analysis; and evaluation.
• Planning your essay, managing your time and proof reading your work are all essential to being successful in this part of the examination.