B322 Question 1 and Question 2 Guidance

1. Question 1
Explain two ways in which the
narrative (characters and
events) in the extract fits the
action adventure genre.
Use examples from the extract.

2. Characters
• Do the characters link to Propp’s theory (Hero, Villain,
Princess etc.)
• Is there a stereotypical protagonist hero / What
stereotypical characteristics do they have (Strong,
Skilled, Brave, Represents Good, Intelligent, etc.)
• Is there a stereotypical antagonist villain / What
stereotypical characteristics do they have (Foreign,
Represents Bad, Evil, Challenges Hero, etc.)
• Is there a stereotypical ‘Damsel in Distress or Person
who need saving / What stereotypical characteristics
do they have (Weak, Needs Saving, Attractive, etc.)

3. Events
• Is there a fight scene, chase scene, saviour scene
and/or ticking clock scenario?
• You must elaborate and explain what the scene
involves that is stereotypical (Stunts, Explosions,
Element of Danger, Gadgets, Props, etc.)
• Say is normality is restores at the end of the scene
because of the Hero ‘Saving the Day’
• Do the events link to Todorov’s theory of there being
equilibrium (Calmness), disruption and then
restoration of the equilibrium.

4. For question 1 you will set your notes
out like this…
Characters Events

5. Question 2
Explain how each of the following
is used to create effects:
• Soundtrack
• Editing
• Misé en Scene
• Camerawork

6. For question 2 you will set your notes
out like this…
Mise en Scene Sound
EditingCamera

7. How to Respond
• You must have 2 P,E,E paragraphs per
technical area highlighting two ways a
certain technique is used.
• You must use technical terminology.
• You must refer to evidence from the
extract.
• You must explain the effect on the
audience.

8. Point
The scene uses diegetic
sounds.

9. Evidence
This is shown when we can
hear characters screaming
and shouting as the monster
appears.

10. Explanation
The effect of this is that it
connotes/ creates the impression
that characters are in danger and
fearing for their lives. This creates a
dramatic scene and one that make
the audience worry for the
characters safety.

11. P,E,E
The scene uses diegetic sounds.
This is shown when we can hear characters
screaming and shouting as the monster
appears.
The effect of this is that it connotes/ creates
the impression that characters are in danger
and fearing for their lives. This creates a
dramatic scene and one that make the
audience worry for the characters safety.