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This lesson focuses on the specific extracts from The History Boys that are most likely to appear on GCSE exam papers, and teaches you how to approach them using the skills examiners reward. Each extract is analysed in detail, with model paragraph structures and examiner tips.
The GCSE English Literature exam on The History Boys typically follows this format:
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time | 45–55 minutes (depending on exam board) |
| Format | An extract is printed on the paper, plus a question |
| What you must do | Analyse the extract AND refer to the wider play |
| Recommended balance | Approximately 60% extract, 40% wider play |
| Assessment Objectives | AO1 (response + references), AO2 (language, form, structure), AO3 (context) |
Use the PEAL structure for each paragraph:
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