MASTER PACK: The Flying Machine (IGCSE 0475)
Full Lesson Objectives
1 Analyse power, control, and fear
2 Evaluate symbolism and irony in depth
3 Develop Band 5 responses using textual evidence
Detailed Theme Analysis
1 Power and Authority – Emperor maintains strict control over society
2 Fear of Innovation – new ideas threaten stability
3 Knowledge as Power – restricting invention ensures dominance
Close Language Analysis
1 Use of calm tone contrasts with violent decision
2 Dialogue reveals hidden fear beneath authority
3 Descriptive imagery highlights beauty of invention vs cruelty
Exam Extract Practice
1 Starting with this extract, explore how Bradbury presents fear.
2 How does the writer make the ending shocking?
3 How is the Emperor presented as powerful?
Band 5 Model Answer (Full)
Bradbury presents fear as a driving force behind absolute power. The Emperor’s calm yet ruthless
decision to execute the inventor highlights his determination to maintain control. Through irony, the
writer shows that admiration and fear coexist, making the ending both shocking and meaningful...
Mark Scheme Guidance (0475)
1 AO1: Clear understanding of text
2 AO2: Detailed analysis of language, form, structure
3 Band 5 requires critical and exploratory response