Section B question

“Gothic writing lacks tension and suspense because the end is always inevitable.”

To what extent do you agree that gothic writing does lack tension and suspense?

To be handed in on Monday 23 April.

Mephistopheles essay

Faustus describes Mephistopheles as a "bewitching fiend". To what extent do you agree with this view of him?

To be handed in on Monday 16 April.

Mephistopheles

 Post an argument on your blog by Monday 26 March about the nature of Mephistopheles' character. How should he be played on stage? What do we learn about his relationship with Faustus? Use evidence from the text to justify your points.

'Dr Faustus' reading journals

Complete 'Dr Faustus' reading journals on all acts by Monday 19 March.

'Dr Faustus' Reading Journals

Complete 'Dr Faustus' reading journals up to the end of Act Three by Monday 12 March. Remember to make connections with the other texts studied.

'Dr Faustus' Act One essay

How far do you agree that an appreciation of Acts One and Two of 'Dr Faustus' relies on a detailed understanding of their imagery?
To be handed in on Monday 5 March.

Draft anthology coursework

Complete a draft of your anthology coursework by Tuesday 21 February. Make sure that you have a copy of 'Dr Faustus' with you for each class after half-term.