Publisher's Synopsis
New edition of this unique anthology covering the full four-year poetry cycle from 2015 with an integrated approach to Language Skills specifically for Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level students
- Poems presented in a clear, accessible style allowing student reflection
- Concise biographies of each poet provide the student with a context for the poems
- Glossaries of terms included
- Exploratory questions develop understanding, as the poem is read and re-read
- Past Exam Questions appear in context, providing real exam practice
- Comprehensive notes for each poem provided in a separate section allow students to form initial reactions to each poem
- Includes tips for approaching the unseen poem and sample questions for practice
- The Poetry section and Paper 1 composing questions are integrated through the Link to Language assignments. This allows students time to cover the full range of writing assignments after they finish each poem
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Paper 1 is presented in an accessible and progressive way
- Practical guidelines and sample material illustrate how to approach writing skills
- Comprehension samples and questions included
- Important words and terms for the study of English and common exam terms explained
