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English Literature
GCSE

How should I begin to analyse an unseen poem?

Firstly, read the question carefully, highlighting any key words i.e  'power' or 'nature' if it is thematic or ' structure' or 'metaphor' if it is technical, to keep in mind when reading the poem.
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Answered by Imogen F. English Literature tutor
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How do you choose quotations, and how do you use them in a paragraph?

Mainly AQA Specification

A01 is a crucial part of the marking scheme so it is important that you come to grips with it effectively. It looks at your ability to critically use textual referen...

Answered by Sophie D. English Literature tutor
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Explain the importance of Love as a theme in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.

Love is an important theme to Shakespeare's tragedy Romeo and Juliet. It is a central theme of the play, and underpins much of the drama around the play's characters. Love is so powerful in Romeo and Juli...

Answered by Harriet B. English Literature tutor
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Explore Revenge in Shakespeare's Hamlet

An ideal answer would include a clear thread of argument, showing a thoughtful response to the play. Each point made should be backed up with relevant quotations from the text and build u...

Answered by Rhys S. English Literature tutor
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In the novel 'The Great Gatsby', explore the theme of idealism.

The student should refer to the various dimensions of idealism, and how they are portrayed through the characters, the setting and the narration. Using appropriate language, the student should mention how...

Answered by Rachel B. English Literature tutor
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