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English Literature
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How will I know if my interpretation of a text is right or wrong?

Many teachers will tell their students that there is no such thing as a ‘wrong’ answer in English Literature. This is true, on one level, but can be quite misleading. For the sake of simplicity, this s...

Answered by Mary-Anne F. English Literature tutor
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How do I write a good introduction to an essay?

The introduction to your English essay is all about opening up, clearing up and getting your readers prepared for the nature of your answer. In other words, the introduction should warm your reader up ...

Answered by Mary-Anne F. English Literature tutor
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How do I do a close reading of a poem?

In order to close read a poem, I would recommend reading the poem over a few times, and to start with highlighting anything that stands out to you. This could include alliteration, capitalisation of words...

Answered by Megan T. English Literature tutor
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How do I write a good conclusion?

To write a conclusion, you simply need to answer the main question of the essay, or, if it is a discussion topic, explain what you have discovered in your essay.  You should not add a new point to your...

Answered by Elizabeth W. English Literature tutor
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Discuss the title of Wilfred Owen's 'Spring Offensive.'

The title is an oxymoron combining new life with death. 'Spring' with all the connotations of the freshness of a new season opposes the military connotations of 'Offensive' meaning attack. The youth as...

Answered by Charlotte L. English Literature tutor
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