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English Literature
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How should I structure an analytical essay?

It's important to have at least three bodyparagraphs, each focusing on a different point of the text, as well as a strong introduction and conclusion. In the intro, start by stating your answer to the ess...

Answered by Maysun N. English Literature tutor
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What is the difference between verse and prose, and why is it important?

Prose is could be called "normal language" - it is what we use in every day speech. It consists of sentences and paragraphs, and is what most novels and contemporary are written in. Verse can al...

Answered by Rachel S. English Literature tutor
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How can I analyze this poem - I don't get it.

When analyzing poems, it's usually most frutiful to start with the basics and then move up from there. First of all, think: what message does the poet want to send? Is s/he being positive or negative? Is ...

Answered by Christian C. English Literature tutor
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What is context and why is it important when studying a text, for example Romeo and Juliet?

The simple definition of context is the background information surrounding a subject. When studying a literary text, context can apply to either historical context: what was taking place around the time a...

Answered by Rachel S. English Literature tutor
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I can't take my books into the exam, how do I memorise them?

First thing is, try not to worry, it's only natural to panic about being able to quote your texts in a closed book exam but you have to remember that the examiners are not expecting you to be able to reci...

Answered by Sophy L. English Literature tutor
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