DNA: Exam Preparation Pack for GCSE Edexcel Drama

Due to its examination of morality and the cast consisting entirely of teenagers, DNA by Dennis Kelly has become a popular choice with GCSE teachers and students.

Increase students’ chances of exam success!

Help students apply knowledge of the set text to the written exam with these supportive resources, tailored to the requirements of GCSE Edexcel Drama.

The activities are well suited to the demands of the exam and will prepare students well for writing in their exam

R Crosbie, Teacher, Examiner & Peer Reviewer

Focus on essay-writing skills, exam technique and understanding the marking criteria.

For each question type students will know:
  • How to show the examiner what they want to see
  • How to translate knowledge of the text into an appropriate answer
  • How to gain marks
  • How to improve their work
  • How to successfully structure an answer
Includes: ★ Question breakdown ★ Revision activities ★ Skills practice ★ Student-friendly mark scheme ★ Sample answers ★ Examiner commentary ★ Marking tasks ★ Writing frameworks

Plus! Three practice exam papers – perfect for mocks! – and indicative content for easy teacher-, peer- or self-assessment.

What do teachers say about this resource? (10294)

Some great ideas well pitched for students.

The suggested practical activities are interesting and well-pitched for the age range which would give students a real practical insight into the text – this was a real strength of the resource.

The activities are well suited to the demands of the exam and will prepare students well for writing in their exam.

The practical activities give a great insight into the text and allow them creative response to the exam questions.

R Crosbie, Teacher, Examiner & Peer Reviewer

Gives some valuable insight... Links well to the text.

F Rayner, Drama Teacher & Peer Reviewer