Generic TA Questions – Iain Crichton Smith

With these questions, the pupils could test their knowledge of all four stories and practise their bullet-pointed TA layout.

1. How does ICS create an effective introduction to this story? (4)
2. How does ICS create an effective conclusion to this story? (4)
3. How does ICS conveys an interesting character in this extract? (can choose own extract for this) (4)
4. How does ICS express any of the main themes of the story? (4)

These could potentially build up to a massive 64 marks worth of practice, if pupils are dedicated!

With two hours to work on this in class, plus a full long weekend, I expect many interesting responses!