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English Literature
A Level

How do I memorise quotes for the closed book exams?

Remember that you only need a couple of quotes per point, and that the examiners prefer to see well-selected and relevant points rather than a huge amount of quotes with no link to the question!

Answered by Imogen S. English Literature tutor
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“The Fool knows that the only true madness is to recognise this world as rational.” How far is this an adequate explanation of King Lear?

The role of the Fool in William Shakespeare’s 1606 play ‘King Lear’ is fundamental to the strong narrative voice of the play, showcasing both themes of madness and rationality. As Isaac Asimov said in ...

Answered by Catriona R. English Literature tutor
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For many English literature questions the same technique can be applied to answer them. The layout of the question will involve a specific text or poem, and then quesitons on the ffects on the reader o...

Answered by Katherine H. English Literature tutor
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Women are either innocent victims or sinister predators or significantly absent. To what extent is this true of ‘Macbeth?’

In Shakespeare play Macbeth, Shakespeare puts a focus on the male characters leaving the female characters in the play being presented in several ways, including women being presented as innocent victi...

Answered by Ben C. English Literature tutor
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Examine Carters representation of the effects of patriarchy on relationships in the Tigers Bride

In the Tigers Bride (TB) Carter represents relationships in the traditional fairytale sense in that they are only successful when both partners are equal, creating a balance in their relationship. Patr...

Answered by Ben C. English Literature tutor
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