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How does Tennessee Williams' introductory description of Blanche in "A Streetcar Named Desire" foreshadow her eventual demise?

Lighting is an integral part of the construction of Blanche's character in Williams' play. Blanche is constantly fleeing into her own fantasy; light represents the harsh realities following her while the ...

Answered by Mellissa K. English Literature tutor
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To what extent does Othello conform to the classical idea of tragedy?

Othello is probably the closest Shakespeare came to writing a tragedy which conforms to the Aristotelian interpretation of the form. Multiple tropes of classical tragedy may be found in the play....

Answered by Joshua T. English Literature tutor
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How do I track a theme through a text?

Think about key scenes in the text where the theme crops up, and try to pick out quotes that you think best demonstrate the theme.

For instance, if the theme is voilence, don't just think about sce...

Answered by Jessica K. English Literature tutor
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Why does P.B. Shelley claim that poets are "the unacknowledged legislators of the World" in the 'Defence of Poetry'?

In his Defence of Poetry P.B. Shelley claims that poetry 'is connate with the origin of man' and man 'is an instrument over which a series of external and internal impressions are driven'. Shelly...

Answered by Francesco M. English Literature tutor
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With reference to at least two plays you have studied, explore how the playwrights’ use of contrasting characters contributes to the impact of the plays.

Yet there are also distinct differences between the two plays. Tom and Amanda are trying to uplift Laura, and help her develop her own character, whereas Biff and Happy are trying to calm Willy down and s...

Answered by Olivia-Savannah R. English Literature tutor
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