"Rhyme of the Dead Self" (Fairburn) - IGCSE NO PREP TEACH + REVISE + ANSWERS

This is an advanced, detailed ready-to-teach unit for the poem "Rhyme of the Dead Self" by A. R. D. Fairburn. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams 2022 (Songs of Ourselves, Volume 2, Part 4: Love, Age, and Wisdom), but the unit can be used independently of the exams, too!

This comprehensive teaching unit includes:

1. Biography and introduction to the poet - A. R. D. Fairburn

2. Before Reading Activity - Review of Allusions in Literature: This activity produces a quick, clear review of allusions and their purposes and uses in popular culture and literature. Students must understand what allusions are before they read the poem.

3. The poem text with, line numbers and explanatory notes to facilitate a close reading, and to explain unusual or difficult vocabulary and concepts. Illustrations and images further help clarify the use of terminology and phrases in the specific context of the poem.

4. Comprehension, close reading and analysis questions, with a particular focus on close reading and analysis of poetic devices, language, structure, and its effects (useful for iGCSE/A-Level exam prep or to teach the poem at a higher level and in more depth than you’ll find with other materials).

5. Practice IGCSE Exam Paper - This is an IGCSE Paper 1: Poetry & Prose Practice Exam Paper that I created which emulates the real IGCSE Paper 1 exam as closely as possible. Can be used with classes as exam practice, or independently, to emulate a mock exam.

6. Teacher’s Notes and Study Guide section, including analysis and a critical commentary of the poem, can be used as a teacher’s guide or to help students in their revision for the exam.

7. Perfect for Distance Learning & Independent Study: As a stand-alone, comprehensive teaching unit with ANSWERS and teaching guide, this is also perfect for DISTANCE LEARNING or homeschool settings.