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How do I measure the meter of a poem?

A poem's meter consists of a two features: how many syllables there are in each line and the metric 'feet' within each line. Counting syllables is as easy as it sounds:
'The time of year thou mayst i...

Answered by Charlie I. English Literature tutor
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How should I write an introduction to an essay?

Your essay introduction should essentially condense your overall essay structure into one paragraph. While this may sound daunting if you haven't yet wrote your essay, a good tip is to avoid writing your ...

Answered by Charlie I. English Literature tutor
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Explore the use of symbolism in Othello.

Symbolism in Othello is often used to reflect on the flaws and perspectives of Shakespeare's contemporary society; Shakespeare also employs symbolism in highlighting the inner lives of his characters as w...

Answered by Sumrah A. English Literature tutor
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How should I approach a comparative essay question such as, ‘Women characters are presented primarily as those who suffer and endure.’ By comparing two prose texts, explore the extent to which you agree with this statement.

When approaching any essay question you must first take into account the key words in the question, I like to highlight them to keep them at the forefront of my mind while I'm writing! Here you are being ...

Answered by Mairona M. English Literature tutor
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In the Great Gatsby what role does the setting play?

Fitzgerald uses setting to embody his opinion of the 1920’s American society. The macro setting of West Egg, represents the nouveau-riche contrastingly the East Egg symbo...

Answered by Maddy C. English Literature tutor
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