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English Literature
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How can I prepare for an essay on a novel?

I know this may be obvious but it is still very important, make sure you have read the novel! Through reading the novel you will have probably noticed some themes and symbols which are recurrent throughou...

Answered by Ciara D. English Literature tutor
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How do I analyse poetry?

Start by reading it aloud (or in your head if in an exam) to get an idea of the rhythm and rhyme. There is a lot to say about both: rhyming patterns say a lot about the poem (e.g. ABBA/ ABAB tends to have...

Answered by Eva J. English Literature tutor
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How do I work critical quotations into my answer?

Critical quotations should be used to strengthen the point or argument you are already making in your paragraph, but instead of simply restating what you are already saying it should add some nuance to y...

Answered by Frederica W. English Literature tutor
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Give one example of a theme in Animal Farm?

Most of the episodes can be related to the Russian Revolution, but the power of the book is not as a simple parody: it lies in Orwell's message about the seductive nature of power and the flaws of human n...

Answered by Harkeran J. English Literature tutor
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How can I make sure that my essay is relevant to the question?

First, you need to be sure of all of your learning objectives: this is what the examiner is going to be looking for, and if you tick all the boxes, then you're on the right track! Incorporate this into yo...

Answered by Zuzanna E. English Literature tutor
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