AO1: When responding to the task and whole text…

Level 1

I am able to compare a little

I am able to offer a simple response and may offer little relevant supporting reference

I am able to offer little evidence of a critical style

Level 2

I am able to respond with some undeveloped obvious comparisons and contrasts

I am able to offer some evidence of a critical style with some reference to the text, but mostly narrative

I am able to make some valid points, even if they are inconsistent or lack focus at times

Level 3

I am able to respond with a range of points which compare and contrast

I am able to offer an appropriate critical style, with comments showing a sound interpretation

I am able to respond with relevant and focused points that are supported from the text

Level 4

I am able to respond with a range of effective comparison and contrasting points

I am able to sustain a critical style and there is well-developed interpretations

I am able to select well-chosen references to support a range of effective points

Level 5

I am able to show an assured personal response, showing a range of perceptive comparison points

I am able to develop a critical style with maturity, perceptive understanding and interpretations

I am able to integrate discerning references, with points made with assuring and full support from the text

AO2: Within language, structure and form…

Level 1

I am able to identify something about language/structure/form with little relevant subject terminology

Level 2

I am able to comment on language/structure/form with some relevant subject terminology which supports

Level 3

I understand language/structure/form with relevant subject terminology which links to the effect on reader

Level 4

I can analyse language/structure/form with relevant subject terminology which links to the effect on reader 

Level 5

I can evaluate the links between language/structure/form with integrated subject terminology