Study and Revise for GCSE: The History Boys

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Exam Board: AQA, WJEC, WJEC Eduqas. Level: GCSE (9-1). Subject: English Literature. First teaching: September 2015. First exams: Summer 2017. Enable students to achieve their best grade in GCSE English Literature with this year-round course companion, designed to instil in-depth textual understanding as students read, analyse and revise The History Boys throughout the course. This Study and Revise guide: increases students' knowledge of The History Boys as they progress through the detailed commentary and contextual information written by experienced teachers and examiners; develops understanding of plot, characterisation, themes and language, equipping students with a rich bank of textual examples to enhance their exam responses; builds critical and analytical skills through challenging, thought-provoking questions that encourage students to form their own personal responses to the text; and helps students maximise their exam potential using clear explanations of the Assessment Objectives, annotated sample student answers and tips for reaching the next grade.