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xanthiPEAR Paragraph Worksheet – Year 7
What is a PEAR Paragraph?
A PEAR paragraph helps you write clearly about a book, poem or character by
following this structure:
P – Point (What do you think?)
E – Evidence (Quote from the text)
A – Analysis (Explain the quote)
R – Reader (What effect does this have on the reader?)
Example Question:
How is the character Sophie shown to be brave in Rooftoppers?
Example PEAR Paragraph (with sentence starters)
P – Point: Sophie is shown to be brave because…
E – Evidence: For example, the writer says, “…”
A – Analysis: This shows that…
R – Reader: This makes the reader feel…
Now You Try!
Question: How is the character Sophie shown to be brave in Rooftoppers?
Use the PEAR structure below to write your paragraph:
P – Point
____________________________________________________
E – Evidence
For example, the writer says, “________________________________________”
A – Analysis
This shows that ________________________________________________
R – Reader
This makes the reader feel ______________________________________
Challenge
Can you include a strong adjective in your Point?
Can you explain what the writer might want us to think or feel in your Reader
sentence?
Example 1: How is Parvana shown to be brave?
P – Point: Parvana is shown to be brave because she continues to go out and
earn money even though it is dangerous.
E – Evidence: For example, the text says, “She took a deep breath, pulled her
chador tight, and stepped out into the street.”
A – Analysis: This shows that she is scared but still chooses to face danger,
which proves her bravery.
R – Reader: This makes the reader admire Parvana and feel worried for her
safety, but also proud of her courage.
Example 2: How is life in Afghanistan shown to be unfair for girls?
P – Point: Life in Afghanistan is shown to be unfair for girls because they are not
allowed to go outside alone.
E – Evidence: For example, it says, “Parvana’s mother hadn’t been outside for
over a year.”
A – Analysis: This shows how strict the rules are, especially for women, and how
they have lost their freedom.
R – Reader: This makes the reader feel shocked and sad about how unfair life is
for girls like Parvana and her family.
Example 3: How is Parvana’s relationship with her father shown?
P – Point: Parvana’s relationship with her father is shown to be respectful and
loving.
E – Evidence: For example, the book says, “Parvana loved sitting and listening to
her father read.”
A – Analysis: This shows that Parvana enjoys spending time with her father and
values what he teaches her.
R – Reader: This makes the reader see how close they are, and feel sympathy
when her father is taken away.
PEAR Paragraph Guide – Year 8
What is a PEAR Paragraph?
A PEAR paragraph is a way to structure your writing when you’re analysing a text.
It helps you stay focused, organised, and clear in your thinking.
What does PEAR stand for?
P – Point
Make a clear point that answers the question. What is the writer showing or
doing?
E – Evidence
Support your point with a short, relevant quote from the text.
A – Analysis
Explain how the evidence supports your point. Think about language choices,
emotions, or what it reveals.
R – Reader/Response
What is the effect on the reader? How might they feel? What does the writer want
us to think?
Sentence Starters to Help You
Point
• The writer shows that…
• This suggests that…
• One way Conor is shown to be… is through…
Evidence
• For example, the text says, “…”
• This is shown in the line, “…”
Analysis
• This suggests that…
• This shows that…
• The word “___” suggests…
Reader
• This makes the reader feel…
• The writer wants the reader to…
• This creates a sense of…
Example PEAR Paragraph
Question: How is Conor’s emotional pain shown in A Monster Calls?
P – Point: Conor’s emotional pain is shown through his nightmares and how he
reacts to them.
E – Evidence: For example, “He woke up screaming, sweat soaking his bed.”
A – Analysis: The physical reaction of screaming and sweating shows that his
pain is so intense, it affects him even in his sleep.
R – Reader: This makes the reader feel concerned for Conor and realise that he
is struggling to cope with what’s happening in his life.
Challenge Yourself
• Can you embed your quote smoothly in your sentence?
• Can you comment on language techniques like metaphor, repetition, or
personification?
• Can you explain what the writer’s intention might be?
PEAR Paragraph Examples – A Monster Calls (Year 8)
Example 1: How is Conor’s anger shown in the novel?
P – Point: Conor’s anger is shown through his violent outbursts and emotional
frustration.
E – Evidence: For example, “Conor destroyed the kitchen, flinging plates,
snapping cutlery, and smashing the toaster against the floor.”
A – Analysis: This violent behaviour shows how overwhelmed Conor is by his
emotions. He doesn’t know how to express his pain with words, so it comes out
physically.
R – Reader: This creates a sense of sympathy in the reader, who understands
that Conor’s anger comes from fear and sadness, not cruelty.
Example 2: How is the monster a symbol in the story?
P – Point: The monster symbolises the truth Conor is afraid to face.
E – Evidence: For example, the monster says, “You called for me, Conor
O'Malley. And here I am.”
A – Analysis: The fact that Conor “called” the monster suggests it is part of his
mind, representing his inner struggle and the truth he’s hiding from himself.
R – Reader: The reader starts to realise that the monster is not a typical villain,
but a figure that helps Conor heal emotionally, making the story more powerful
and symbolic.
Example 3: How is Conor’s isolation shown in the story?
P – Point: Conor’s isolation is shown through the way other characters avoid
him.
E – Evidence: For example, “No one talked to him. No one sat next to him. It was
like he was invisible.”
A – Analysis: The repetition and short sentences emphasise how completely
alone he feels. His grief sets him apart from others, creating emotional distance.
R – Reader: This makes the reader feel deeply sorry for Conor and understand
the intense loneliness of dealing with loss at such a young age.
