AO2 — Explain, comment on and analyse how writers use language and structure to achieve effects and influence readers, using relevant subject terminology to support their views.
(Verbatim spec text private side only — © AQA)
Tests canonical
Where assessed
Both papers, Section A. The “use of subject terminology” requirement is explicit in AQA’s mark scheme — students need to name techniques accurately (alliteration, sibilance, anaphora, hypophora, etc.).
Cross-overlay equivalents
- Edexcel IGCSE 4EA1 AO2 (close equivalent; Edexcel doesn’t make subject terminology a stated requirement, though it’s still rewarded)
Not present at FS Level 2.