QUESTION $2$

$(19$ Marks$)$

Read the fictitious scenario below and answer the questions that follow:

Sarah is a university student enrolled in a literature course that explores various novels, essays, and critical texts. As part the course, she needs to engage with lengthy and complex literary works, analysing themes, characters, and critical perspectives. For her upcoming assignment, Sarah must demonstrate a deep understanding of a novel by a renowned author. This requires her to delve into its historical context, thematic elements, and critical reception, presenting her insights in a comprehensive manner.

$2\mathrm{.}1$ Having read the novel, Sarah must now explore ways of enhancing her understanding of it$.$ She decides to write a short, simplified synopsis of the novel.

With reference to what Sarah is doing above, discuss which reading$-$based comprehension skill she is making use of and why it is useful. $(10$ marks$)$

$2\mathrm{.}2$ Whilst researching the assigned novel, Sarah comes across a podcast about the novel, in which the author of the novel is interviewed. During the podcast interview, the author discusses the novels main themes, characters, and her opinion on what critics have said about the novel. Whilst listening to the podcast, Sarah takes down notes.

Discuss three $(3)$ factors around podcast notetaking that Sarah should be aware of$.(9$ marks$)$