Getting to Know... El Bola

Suitable for:
  • CCEA AS Unit 3: Extended Writing

Ready-to-use research tasks, worksheets, background information and practice exam questions ensure comprehensive understanding of this award-winning Spanish drama from Achero Maas. Students will get to know the film El Bola inside out and be fully prepared for the extended writing task.

A really interesting resource which engages the student...

...I especially like the third section of the resource, in which the evolution of the characters, their motivations and the imaginery are analysed... perfect preparation for writing an essay

A Puig Casas, Teacher and Peer Reviewer
  • Before: Introductory tasks covering elements such as cinematic vocabulary, the background to the film, the director and plot provide students with the basic knowledge to begin their study.
  • During: The comprehensive scene-by-scene analysis ensures thorough understanding. Students will consolidate their knowledge of the events of the play while examining related themes and issues. Activities include vocabulary, comprehension, grammar and more.
    • With focus on cinematic techniques
  • After: Detailed examination of key characters, themes and imagery.
    • Dedicated exam-preparation section helps students to apply what they have learnt. With useful phrases, exam-style practice questions, essay-writing guidance, sample answers and marking activities.

What do teachers say about this resource? (6327)

A really interesting resource which engages the student. I especially like the third section of the resource, after watching the movie, in which the evolution of the characters, their motivations and the imaginery are analysed- perfect preparation for writing an essay.

A Puig Casas, Teacher and Peer Reviewer