Writing the third part of the build-up of 'The Highwayman'
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can write the third part of the build-up of ‘The Highwayman’ including dialogue.
Key learning points
- The build-up keeps the reader engaged, builds the tension of the plot and develops characters for the reader.
- Speech first and second sentences can be used to convey dialogue.
- Additional information can be added to the reporting clause in the form of adverbial detail or subordination.
Keywords
Purpose - the aim of the text
Dialogue - when two or more characters are speaking in a text
Speech first - a speech sentence that includes direct speech first before the reporting clause
Speech second - a speech sentence that includes direct speech second after the reporting clause
Common misconception
Pupils may only include direct speech sentences from their plans.
One of the elements of the success criteria directs pupils to use adverbial detail and subordination in each reporting clause. This helps pupils remember to stretch their initial ideas in their plans when independently writing.
Teacher tip
Have pupils say their sentences aloud before writing them to enhance accuracy and text cohesion.
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Fill in the gap. __________ includes direct speech before the reporting clause.
Q2.What happens in stanza five?
Q3.What happens in stanza six?
Q4.Order the events of stanzas five and six:
Q5.Match the direct speech sentences with their examples.
Q6.Select the correctly punctuated speech second sentence:
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the key words to their definitions:
Q2.Order the events in stanza five:
Q3.What does the word “hell” suggest about the highwayman's journey?
Q4.Order the events in stanza six:
Q5.What does 'scarce' mean?
Q6.We can add further information to a reporting clause by adding which of these?
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