Power & Politics Subset – London: Analysis & Annotation
English
GCSE
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet designed to develop students' analytical and annotation skills on themes of power and politics in a London setting within literature texts. Focuses on scene summaries, context, and detailed textual analysis.
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Power & Politics Subset – London: Analysis & Annotation
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Scene Summary and Context
This extract presents a scene set in the heart of London, where the atmosphere is charged with tension related to political power and social control. The scene depicts a moment of confrontation between figures of authority and the city's inhabitants, illustrating themes of dominance, resistance, and urban struggle. The setting's description highlights London's iconic architecture and busy streets, symbolising the city's historical significance as a centre of power. The character's dialogue and actions reflect underlying societal tensions, with phrases such as 'holding the city to ransom' and 'the voice of the people' encapsulating the overarching themes of political unrest and societal hierarchy. Contextually, this scene is situated within a narrative exploring the dynamics between leadership and the masses, emphasizing how urban environments like London serve as battlegrounds for these conflicts. The extract underscores the importance of language, tone, and imagery in conveying the complex relationship between power structures and individual agency in a metropolitan setting.
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Questions
Answer each question thoughtfully, referring closely to the extract and scene summary. Use annotations to support your points where appropriate.
1.
Identify a phrase from the extract that suggests the city's political tension. Explain its significance in one or two sentences.
[2 marks]2.
What literary technique is used in the phrase 'the voice of the people', and what does it reveal about the scene?
[3 marks]3.
Describe the importance of the setting in conveying themes of power in this extract.
[3 marks]4.
Identify a technique used to create tension in the scene and briefly explain its effect.
[3 marks]5.
How does the scene suggest that London is a symbol of political power?
[2 marks]6.
Identify and analyse the use of one literary technique in the extract that emphasises societal tension.
[6 marks]7.
Write a brief paragraph discussing how the scene reflects the theme of 'power and resistance' in an urban setting.
[6 marks]8.
Choose a quotation from the extract that you find most powerful. Explain why it resonates with the theme of political unrest.
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- 12/31/2025
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