Writing Class: Set Texts

What are 'Set Texts'?

These are works of literature - usually novels - that are studied in advance of the CAE exam and can be written on in Paper 2 (Writing) as an optional question.

What are the current Set Texts?

From December 2008 to December 2009 the set texts are:

  • Kingsley Amis, Lucky Jim
  • John Grisham, The Pelican Brief

Pelican Brief by John Grisham

StudentsThis podcast is aimed at candidates who are reading "The Pelican Brief" by John Grisham in preparation for their Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) in December 2008. Fiona gives an overview of the book and advice on how to approach the 'set text' question most effectively in the exam. She also works through a sample exam question. All comments are welcome from those who've read and would like to discuss this book - candidates, learners, teachers and book enthusiasts.

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