Top answers

English Literature
A Level

How can I write a good commentary on a text in limited time?

First of all, it is important to learn how to write a structured answer in a way that can be applied to multiple cases. For an essay or short commentary text, the structure that you shoul...

Answered by Erifili G. English Literature tutor
3243 Views

How do I analyse an unseen poem?

The first thing to do when analysing an unseen poem is to read it through twice. The first time you read is to gain your first impressions and understanding of the poem, and the second time is to start no...

Answered by Emily K. English Literature tutor
3432 Views

How does Shakespeare discuss the themes of disguise in Twelfth Night?

Disguise is the key theme in Twelfth Night and this question therefore opens up a discussion with a lot of scope. Details about characters can be mentioned and it can also be linked to other themes. Start...

Answered by Isabelle L. English Literature tutor
15810 Views

What is the pastoral?

The 'pastoral' is a literary tradition or genre, which is commonly associated with its conventional focus on idealised country life, hailing from ideas of the Classical utopian country setting of 'Arcadia...

Answered by Chris S. English Literature tutor
3394 Views

How do I write a successful introductory paragraph?

  1. Reference the texts and authors 2) Immediately begin to compare / analyse3) Overview of the argument 4) Relevant context
    For example:QUESTION: 'Womens writing tends to focus on feelings and s...
Answered by Honor E. English Literature tutor
3453 Views

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