LOVE THROUGH THE AGES - OTHELLO A1S1

Othello Complete Bundle – Love Through the Ages (AQA A Level English Literature)

This comprehensive bundle contains all 14 lessons covering Acts 1–5 of Shakespeare’s Othello, designed for AQA A Level English Literature, Love Through the Ages. Each lesson has been carefully crafted to support students in developing AO1–AO5 skills, with a focus on language, structure, context, and critical perspectives. What’s included: Act 1–5 coverage: each scene analysed in detail, from Act 1 Scene 1 through to Act 5 Scene 2. Guided questions and close reading tasks for each scene, including analysis of verse vs. prose, iambic pentameter, tone, and dramatic effect. Key quotations and model analysis for AO2. Contextual exploration (AO3) including domestic tragedy, Romantic and Elizabethan values, gender, and societal expectations. Critical viewpoints (AO4 & AO5) from scholars such as AC Bradley, with activities for embedding and evaluating opinions. Character mapping and thematic tracking throughout the play, including Othello, Desdemona, Emilia, Iago, Roderigo, and Cassio. Optional flipped learning tasks: translating and annotating scenes at home to develop confidence with Shakespearean language. Exam-style questions and practice activities throughout to consolidate learning and develop assessment skills. Independent, pair, and group activities designed to encourage discussion, analysis, and critical thinking. This bundle is ideal for: Teachers seeking a ready-to-use, structured sequence for KS5 AQA English Literature. Students preparing for the Love Through the Ages paper, supporting comparative and contextual skills. Developing in-depth understanding of love, jealousy, manipulation, power, and gender across Othello. Why buy the bundle? Save time with a complete set of lessons for the entire play. All lessons are cohesive and consistent, ensuring a smooth progression through Acts 1–5. Offers an excellent balance of textual, contextual, and critical engagement, preparing students for top-level analysis and exam success.