2. Starter
• Take some time to reflect on the comments and
annotations I’ve made on your Shameless
assessments.
3. CEMS & PEAR
Your exam answer should be separated into four sections
(the same sections you focused on during the note taking).
C – Camera work
PEAR Paragraphs
E – Editing
M – Mise-en-scene
S – Sound
P – Point
E – Evidence
A – Analysis
R – Representation: link
the area of representation
in the question, e.g. social
class and status.
4. General Feedback
• Link to the question (representation) throughout – explain how the
features you identify reveal the characters’ class/status.
E.g. ‘The distortion of the camerawork during the scene with Frank in
the pub reflects his inebriated state of mind. This is something we
associate with a lower-class stereotype; someone who claims
benefits and spends their money drinking and taking drugs.’
• Give specific examples when referring to features.
E.g. ‘Close-ups are used throughout the extract to convey the
characters’ emotions. An example is when the young girl hits one of
the men over the head with an object – the shot cuts to a close-up of
Fiona’s shocked expression, emphasising her worry and concern
over what will the ‘thug’s’ response will be.’
• Not – ‘There are lots of close-ups in the extract.’
5. General Feedback
• Points should always be backed up with clear analysis (PEA).
E.g. The police man is of a higher status than the others; his uniform is
cleanly pressed and his hair is neat. A police uniform is a symbol of
status, as we associate the police with power and authority, which the
character displays in this scene – particularly when he places his hat on
his head and stands up straight to make himself taller.
• Showing understanding of the difference between class and status –
ensure that you explore both in your answer.
• Class: a system of ordering society whereby people are divided into sets
based on perceived social or economic status. (The Gallagher family)
• Status: relative social or professional position; standing. (The police
man; the bailiffs)
6. General Feedback
• Points should always be backed up with clear analysis (PEA).
E.g. The police man is of a higher status than the others; his uniform is
cleanly pressed and his hair is neat. A police uniform is a symbol of
status, as we associate the police with power and authority, which the
character displays in this scene – particularly when he places his hat on
his head and stands up straight to make himself taller.
• Showing understanding of the difference between class and status –
ensure that you explore both in your answer.
• Class: a system of ordering society whereby people are divided into sets
based on perceived social or economic status. (The Gallagher family)
• Status: relative social or professional position; standing. (The police
man; the bailiffs)
