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On the surface Polonius seems to be a well-spoken man who is aware of his status in society and is full of wisdom to pass on to his children, Ophelia and Laertes. However, it could be argued that he is...

Start off by reading both texts carefully and underlining/highlighting relevant parts you can use in your analysis. Try to summarize the subject/theme of each piece/paragraph to understand its meaning....

The best way to think about literature critics is as an "expert opinion" that you can use to support your point or you can challenge to make a counter-point. In an exam, when you're feeling u...

First and foremost, you must read the entire text. As you go through the text, you should think about any devices the author is using, for example pathetic fallacy, periphrasis, and foreshadowing. You ...

For the best grades you must approach poems based on effect rather than technique. Firstly, just read the poem, do not analyse it, just take it in and see what thoughts it provokes in you. Then go through...