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Drama Mock Exam Preparation Overview

Apr 25, 2025

Drama Mock Exam Preparation Lecture

Introduction

  • Presenter: Mr. Wari (as an avatar of a Ginger Fox)
  • Focus: Preparing for the mock exam in drama, understanding its purpose and what can be learned.
  • Key Concept: Portfolio
    • Importance of written communication in drama GCSE.
    • Mock exams are practice for the real exam.

Portfolio Overview

  • Comprises answering 6 questions about work done from September to mid-term.
  • Relates to performances centered on mental health, inspired by Edward Munch's "The Scream".
  • Real exam is worth 40% of GCSE, with 60 marks available.

Exam Language

  • Assessment Objectives (AO1, AO2, AO3, AO4):
    • AO1: Creating and performing drama creatively.
    • AO2: Awareness and use of impactful drama skills.
    • AO3: Critical thinking and evaluation of drama.
    • AO4: Analyzing personal work.

Component Breakdown

  • Component 1: Making Devised Drama (40% of GCSE):
    • Divided into devised performance (15 marks) and written portfolio (45 marks).

Six Key Portfolio Questions

  1. Initial Response to Stimuli:

    • Interpretation and feelings about "The Scream" as a stimulus.
    • Intentions and audience impact.
  2. Group Work to Explore Stimuli:

    • Methods and activities used to develop ideas (e.g., physical theatre, improvisation).
  3. Significant Development Moments:

    • Key insights and changes during creation and refinement.
  4. Consideration of Genre, Structure, Form, Style, and Language:

    • Genre: Physical Theatre.
    • Structure: Organization of scenes.
    • Form: Overall shape and connection of scenes.
    • Style: Non-naturalistic, use of chorus, repetition.
    • Language: Character dialogue and expression.
  5. Effectiveness of Contribution:

    • Personal and group strengths, achievements, and areas for improvement.
  6. Success in Achieving Objectives:

    • Reflection on audience impact and performance quality.

Tips for Writing the Portfolio

  • Aim for sustained explanations and effective use of drama terminology.
  • Focus on meaning communication and drama analysis.

Conclusion

  • Encouragement to use the mock as a learning tool and resource.
  • By the end, aim to have about 500 words covering all questions.
  • Assurance of support and belief in students' abilities.