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How should I structure a GCSE English literature essay?

A clear structure is a key aspect of any essay, and learning how to structure your thoughts effectively will be useful for all essay-based subjects you are studying.

Begin with a crisp introduction...

Answered by Georgia C. • English Literature tutor

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How important is it to mention literary devices in essays?

Extremely important! It may seem like a very basic thing to do, but a lot of students spend too much time mentioning how the literary piece makes the reader feel and what it conveys, without mentioning

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Write about how Shelley presents the importance of love and acceptance within society.

Throughout 'Frankenstein', Shelley presents the monster's desire to be accepted by those in society as a primary driving force behind the monster's actions, being described as "the utmost limit of my...

Answered by Laura S. • English Literature tutor

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Discuss the ways in which John Osborne presents frustration among his characters in 'Look Back in Anger'.

Osborne uses Look Back in Anger to give a layered insight into the frustration felt from many areas of society in 1950s Britain. With regards to the question it is important to recognise...

Answered by Shannen G. • English Literature tutor

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