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English Literature
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How do I discuss a theme in one of my texts - e.g. To Kill a Mockingbird

To effectively discuss a theme you should analyse how the author has created this theme within the book, going from large to small. Start by talking about an event that may have occurred, then move on to ...

Answered by Ankita S. English Literature tutor
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How should I go about answering an unseen poem in an exam?

Unseen poetry can be flustering if you do not know what do, however, if you give yourself time to plan and use a few logical steps, you'll be able to take on anything! Planning is key in the exam so take ...

Answered by Byron W. English Literature tutor
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How does is the theme of remorse presented in 'An Inspector Calls'?

In 'An Inspector Calls', J B Priestly explores the theme of remorse in many different ways. Through the characters of Mr and Mrs Birling, Priestly illustrates how privilege and prejudice from the older ge...

Answered by Grace S. English Literature tutor
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How should I tackle a text I haven't seen before?

To analyse a text you haven't seen before, begin by carefully reading it through in order to get a sense for what kind of text it is and the main topic(s) it is about. Look for any clues that you are give...

Answered by Marco S. English Literature tutor
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How do you revise a whole novel for a closed book exam?

By breaking it down.It’s important to know the plot of the novel, and can be really useful to make a timeline of the key events in the novel. This will mean that when you’re given an extract, you’ll be ab...

Answered by Lauren H. English Literature tutor
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