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English Literature
A Level

Explore the use of symbolism in Othello.

Symbolism in Othello is often used to reflect on the flaws and perspectives of Shakespeare's contemporary society; Shakespeare also employs symbolism in highlighting the inner lives of his characters as w...

Answered by Sumrah A. English Literature tutor
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How should I approach a comparative essay question such as, ‘Women characters are presented primarily as those who suffer and endure.’ By comparing two prose texts, explore the extent to which you agree with this statement.

When approaching any essay question you must first take into account the key words in the question, I like to highlight them to keep them at the forefront of my mind while I'm writing! Here you are being ...

Answered by Mairona M. English Literature tutor
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Compare and contrast how Williams and McEwan present a reliance upon illusion in ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ and ‘The Cement Garden.’

In ‘A Streetcar Named Desire,’ creating the illusion of being, ‘attractive…prim and proper,’ is all Blanche can do to satisfy her yearning to maintain the ‘beauty’ and gentility of her ‘fading’ youth; pre...

Answered by Jessica A. English Literature tutor
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How do I write a good introduction to my essay in an exam?

There isn't one way to write a great introduction, so be flexible and allow your response to the specific question you've been asked inform how you go about introducing your argument. Whatever your approa...

Answered by Annie H. English Literature tutor
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Explore how Shakespeare highlights the complexities of love in 'Sonnet 145'.

In 'Sonnet 145', Shakespeare illuminates the desperation and momentary despair of a man in love. While one may expect the subject of a romantic sonnet to profess confirmation of their love or adoration in...

Answered by Nieve B. English Literature tutor
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