Knowledge of GCSE Drama

What is the title of Component 2 in the AQA GCSE Drama Exam?

• Dividing Drama

• Creating Drama

• Devised Drama

• Devising Drama

What does Component 2 comprise of?

• Review of Live Theatre

• Visiting Examiner

• Devising Log

• Written Exam

What is the total mark for Component 2?

• 80

• 100

• 120

• 140

Which components must only be undertaken in Year 11?

• Component 1

• Component 2

• Component 3

What is being assessed in Component 2?

• Analysis and evaluation of own work

• Performance of devised drama

• Process of creating devised drama

Which of these are common errors in written work?

• Not reaching the maximum word count

• Saying something is good without explaining why.

• Only descriptive statements with no analysis or evaluation.

• Writing about one or two moments from the play.

What are common errors during rehearsals?

• Including under-researched pieces, i.e., a 1920 drama should not have mobile phones.

• Having too many scenes with characters just sitting and talking.

• Getting discouraged and constantly changing ideas.

• Spending too much time talking rather than acting.

What is the main focus of Component 2 in AQA GCSE Drama?

• Script writing

• Performance

• Devising

• Directing

Monotone - speaking everything in the same (a)  

What is the total mark of The Devising Log?

• 100

• 80

• 60

• 40