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How do I analyse unseen poetry in a timed exam?

Analysing a poem you have never seen before can be quite a daunting task and you may struggle with knowing where to begin or deciphering what the poem really means. Below is a helpful acronym you can use ...

Answered by Liberty R. English Literature tutor
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How do I effectively comment on the formal features of a poem?

The one thing to remember is that if you're commenting on the formal features of a poem, make sure it adds to your argument. Don't just spot devices for the sake of it; comment on how the use of rhyme (or...

Answered by Florine L. English Literature tutor
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How Should I Structure My Essay to Gain the Most Marks? Section A Shakespeare

The marks for this essay are divided up so that there are two skills, which are weighted the most heavily: A01 and A02 are both worth 12 marks, A03 is 6 marks, and A04 is 4 marks. From this you can see th...

Answered by India W. English Literature tutor
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Explore how language is used in Robert Browning’s “Porphyria’s Lover”

In “Porphyria’s Lover” Browning uses language to show how obsession can lead to the desire to possess another to the extent that ultimately, the speaker kills Porphyria. Upon deciding to murder Porphyria,...

Answered by Charlotte M. English Literature tutor
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How can I avoid waffle in my essays?

The first step to avoiding waffle in your essays is to plan, plan, plan! Taking five or ten minutes out of your timed essays to effectively plan and layout your points will help you to stick to your argum...

Answered by Lucy D. English Literature tutor
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