How do I structure an essay about a character?

First, it would be helpful to make a brief plan (10 minutes), that outlines your points (4 or 5 points). Things to think about are narrative style, dialogue, themes, motifs, character traits, etc. Then pick out details (short quotes) from the text that clearly highlight each point. When writing each paragraph, try to expand on each point - first state your point, e.g. since -character X- is the narrator, as a reader we feel sympathy for her. Then use the quote(s) to illustrate this observation clearly.

Related English Literature GCSE answers

All answers ▸

To what extent did Siegfried Sassoon influence Wilfred Owen's role as a war poet?


How does Milton show that love is possessive in Paradise Lost (books 9 and 10)?


How can I analyse a quote in depth?


What literary devices does Atwood use to explore the position of women in 'The Handmaid's Tale'?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences