How to remain nuanced when writing a high mark band essay answer

The highest marks for English Literature essays require the student to not only be confident and effective when arguing his or her answer but also integrate a nuanced response to other possible answers. This can be very challenging for students to come to grips with as it requires a very particular style. Be too affirmative and you could lose marks for not properly addressing all angles of the question but be too nuanced and you risk being marked down for not coming a clear outcome. Therefore when writing your answer the best way to maximise your marks is to tactically use the introduction and conclusion to summarise your overall argument as well as briefly cover the alternative responses to the question. In the body of the essay you can go into more depth when discussing alternative responses or views to the subject matter but once you have done so conclude immediately by saying why these responses are either less convincing to you or less satisfactory to the question for whatever reason.

Related English Literature A Level answers

All answers ▸

Write a paragraph showing how Othello's deterioration of language reflects the fact that jealousy marrs the relationship between himself and Desdemona


To what extent is Marlowe's Doctor Faustus a character who gets what he deserves?


How do I begin to learn all the texts on my course?


How far do you agree with the statement ''moral corruption taints all in the world of Hamlet''? Remember to use contextual information and refer to the text in your answer.


We're here to help

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