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English Literature
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What are good tips for learning a lot about key characters?

If you have read and understood the text you are studying, you will be able to identify key scenes/chapters with that character present. Once you have identified those key scenes, which should be made ...

Answered by Fionn O. English Literature tutor
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How do I practice writing an essay in the timed conditions?

This is usually what everybody worries about, as everyone can write a great essay if they have 6 hours available, but when it comes to writing an essay that you are completely proud of in 2 hours or le...

Answered by Vittoria S. English Literature tutor
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Analysing a short poem in order to get the highest marks

Poem analysis has several dimensions to it all of which you need to address in order to write an answer worthy of the top marking band.

The first time you read through the essay try to do...

Answered by James B. English Literature tutor
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What do I do in an unseen poetry exam?

Read the poem to yourself twice in your head. The first time, try and get the sense of the narrative of the poem (the story it's telling). You can note down literary techniques (things like onomatopoei...

Answered by Isabel B. English Literature tutor
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How can I better understand Shakespeare?

If you are not accustomed to the language and syntax of Shakespeare, the nature of his plays, sonnets and poems may be difficult to decipher. The first thing is to remember is that Shakespearean langua...

Answered by Emily W. English Literature tutor
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