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What are presentational features and how do you use them to answer analyse texts?

Presentational features refer to the way a text is set out on a page, which can include for example the use of images and colour, logos, slogans, shapes, font style and size etc. You need to demon...

Answered by Safiyyah H. English Language tutor
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What's the meaning of the word PRINCEPS?

PRINCEPS, ICIPIS is an adjective and noun, compound of PRIMUS,A,UM + CAPIO,IS, CEPI, CAPTUM , ERE

When approaching a sentence or a set text, we are instinctively reminded of the English w...

Answered by ELENA M. English Language tutor
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When should you use an apostrophe?

There are two situations when you can use an apostrophe:  contractions and for possession.  I will start with contractions as this is the easiest.

A contraction is when you...

Answered by Nick O. English Language tutor
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How can I avoid "waffling" when analysing a text?

The approach that I would suggest to any student analysing a text is to use "PEE". This stands for Point, Evidence and Explain and allows your answers to be more focused and ensures that you inc...

Answered by Laura W. English Language tutor
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How do I pick out the key features for a question comparing two texts?

You might find it helpful to list some key features you know might apply to the question before you read the texts. The question will tell you what kind of features it is looking for, for example 'pres...

Answered by Phoebe H. English Language tutor
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