OCR A Level Classical Civilization Exam Overview

The video provides a comprehensive overview of the OCR A Level Classical Civilization exam paper, focusing on the World of the Hero. It covers the structure of the exam, key texts by Homer and Virgil, and the specific books to focus on. The video also details the different sections of the exam paper, including the compulsory and optional parts, and offers guidance on how to approach various types of questions. The presenter concludes with recommendations for exam preparation and highlights the importance of understanding the key concepts and themes.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• A guide to writing essays

• An overview of the OCR A Level Classical Civilization exam paper

• A detailed analysis of the Iliad

• A discussion on modern scholarship

Which texts are studied in the OCR A Level Classical Civilization paper?

• The Iliad and The Aeneid

• The Iliad and The Odyssey

• The Odyssey and The Aeneid

• Either The Iliad or The Odyssey, and The Aeneid

What is unique about the exam paper structure for OCR A Level Classical Civilization?

• It allows students to choose any text

• It is a compulsory paper with different sections

• It is an open book exam

• It has multiple choice questions

How many key books are there for The Iliad?

• 13

• 12

• 15

• 10

What percentage of the A Level does the paper account for?

• 60%

• 30%

• 50%

• 40%

How many sections are there in the exam paper?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the purpose of the extract questions?

• To evaluate imagery and character portrayal

• To compare different texts

• To analyze translations

• To test memorization

What is the focus of the 20 mark questions?

• Grammar and syntax

• Modern interpretations

• Historical context

• Themes and character analysis

What is required in the 30 mark questions?

• Comparison of texts

• Detailed plot summary

• Creative writing

• Use of modern scholarship

What is recommended for further study?

• Watching more videos

• Use of a specific textbook

• Focus on grammar

• Reading additional texts