HOW TO GET A GRADE 9 IN GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE (Top Tricks They Don't Tell You)

The speaker emphasizes the importance of sophisticated writing to achieve a high grade in English, suggesting that students should start practicing advanced writing skills. The video is divided into four parts, focusing on improving analysis and mastering paragraph writing for English language, and memorizing content and structuring for English literature. The speaker shares personal experience and recommends revising English language as it's a skill-based subject, not just about analyzing given texts. They also advise on time management and understanding question requirements for effective exam preparation.

This paragraph delves into strategies for effective paragraph writing in English language exams. The speaker advises studying exemplar essays to identify gaps in one's own writing and to emulate the structure and techniques used by high-achieving students. They recommend writing essays regularly, seeking critical feedback from teachers, and tracking progress over time. The importance of understanding examiner reports to avoid common mistakes and to align writing with what examiners are looking for is also highlighted.

The speaker discusses methods for memorizing quotes and content for English literature, advocating for the use of 'blurting' as a technique to reinforce learning. They suggest creating A4 summaries for each character and theme, using resources like Stacy Ray's videos for analysis, and then using these summaries for focused revision. For poetry, the speaker recommends summarizing each poem on a flashcard and practicing writing about them to solidify understanding. The paragraph also touches on the importance of feedback for unseen poetry and using it as motivation for improvement.

The final paragraph focuses on essay structuring for English literature, advocating for a consistent quality throughout the essay to create a positive impression on examiners. The speaker suggests starting with a point, explanation, and exploration of language devices in every paragraph, and ensuring that quotes are smoothly integrated into sentences rather than presented separately. They also recommend reading exemplar essays to understand successful structures and noting down effective words and devices for personal use, ultimately aiming for a sophisticated writing style that can secure higher grades.