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The best way to start with this kind of analysis, particularly with unseen poetry is to read through the poem carefully and get a general feel for how it makes YOU feel. Does it make you feel happy or sad...

I like to think of the process like a Russian doll, there are lots of steps to the process just as there are dolls within the one big doll. Start with the overall message, give it a read through- it often...

One thing to remember with essay structure, is that there is ‘more than one way to skin a cat’. Everyone will have their own unique style, and two answers which seem quite different can get the same mark....

One good method of structuring your points is the 'PEAL' method. This means, point, evidence, analysis, then link to the next point or paragraph. This might sound complicated, but it's really easy and hel...

The Point Evidence Analysis Link (PEAL) is a pretty good approach. Your own writing style and preference may vary,but if you can (1) Make a simple point (2) Support it with textual or contextual evidence ...