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English Literature
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Comment on the use of metaphor in Simon Armitage’s poem ‘The Manhunt’ and the effect it has upon the reader.

In ‘The Manhunt’, in which a soldier’s wife describes her attempts to reconnect with her psychologically and physically damaged husband, Armitage regularly employs metaphors to convey the soldier’s fractu...

Answered by Emily S. English Literature tutor
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How do I structure an essay?

The main point of writing an exam essay is to always come back to the question - start your introduction by answering the question and refer to it in every paragraph. You should aim for three main points ...

Answered by Helena M. English Literature tutor
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How would I structure a comparative essay on two poems?

When handling two poems, I would suggest it is better to begin by analysing each poem separately. For each poem, work out the theme, symbols/motifs, imagery, rhythm and metre, form, contextual matters. On...

Answered by Megan G. English Literature tutor
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Compare the ways poets present ideas about power in ‘Ozymandias’ and 'My Last Duchess' [selected poem].

In both 'Ozymandias' and 'My Last Duchess', the character alluded to in the poem's title is framed and ultimately controlled by external powers. For the statue of Ozymandias, it is the 'sands' of time whi...

Answered by Charlotte M. English Literature tutor
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Write a piece of descriptive writing under 1000 words

Golden rays of joy radiate through time-honoured glass. Bells sing, calling to students and teachers alike. It is a cheerful Friday afternoon; an air of feverish delirium coats the school. Picturesque and...

Answered by Oliver K. English Literature tutor
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