Of Mice and Men: York Notes GCSE (Grades A*-G)

GCSE students studying John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the novel in the context of American society in the 1930s, in particular the Wall Street Crash in 1929 and the Great Depression which followed. With the York Notes study guide for Of Mice and Men you’ll learn not only how to interpret the plot and characters but to write essays and exam answers which refer to the setting and the culture of the novel and its author – vital for achieving top grades in your English Literature GCSE!

Successfully studying and revising Of Mice and Men requires you to have a good understanding of the plot of the book and the sequence of the action, which is concentrated into a short timeline. York Notes study guides will walk you through your revision of the plot and action so even if it’s a while since you read the book, our bite-sized section-by-section plot summaries will make your revision more manageable.

The study guide will take you through all the key characters in Of Mice and Men - Slim, George, Lennie, Candy, Curley and Crooks - as well as minor characters. You’ll also explore key themes in Of Mice and Men such as human fragility, pessimism and optimism and racial prejudice.

Exam revision for Of Mice and Men with the York Notes study guide includes GCSE-style sample exam answers, examiner’s notes, sample essays and the Of Mice and Men Essay Wizard, and all the key quotes from Of Mice and Men you’ll need to revise for your exams.

Everything you need to know and do to get the grade you want!

 

In full colour and a great student-friendly size, York Notes for GCSE is easy to use and easy to follow, so it’s easier than ever to get top marks.

 

Written by examiners and teachers to give you an expert understanding of the text, York Notes has the most in-depth coverage and analysis of everything from themes and contexts to characters, plots and language. You’ll get the low-down on everything you’ll need to demonstrate how well you understand the text and write the best essays.

 

There are sample answers, essay plans and specialist guidance on understanding the questions you’ll be asked in an exam, together with an array of handy quotes, checklists, study tips, grade boosters and revision activities to help you learn, revise efficiently and remember everything you’ll need to write the very best answers.

 

It’s the ultimate guide to revision and exam success.

For over 25 years, York Notes has been helping GCSE students just like you achieve the very best grade they can in their exam. So if you’re looking for straightforward, easy-to-use advice on how to boost your grades to the next level, York Notes for GCSE is the only guide you’re going to need.

 

 

A new York Notes for GCSE Workbook is now also available for Of Mice and Men. ISBN 9781408248805.

 

Use the Workbook and Study Guide together to help get the best grade you can.