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How do I plan an essay to get the maximum number of marks possible?

Firstly, read the question given very carefully; highlight the key words within the question - key characters, themes, and elements the examiner wants you to look for. Then, read the extract, again, very ...

Answered by Eleanor H. English tutor
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I don’t understand poetry! How do I go about analysing a poem?

First of all- don’t be intimidated by poetry! Think about it as nothing more than a set of words arranged in a specific order. It’s down to us to add some meaning to that order. It’s like a puzzle and you...

Answered by Alice B. English tutor
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(Critical Essay Question) Choose a play in which conflict between two characters serves as an integral feature. Discuss how the presentation of this conflict contributes to your understanding of the play as a whole.

Example used: Hamlet.[INTRO] Opening sentence should include title of drama, name of dramatist and possibly date composed, or other helpful details and information likely to be appreciated by a marker, su...

Answered by Niamh M. English tutor
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How can I tell the difference between a Petrarchan sonnet and an English/Shakespearean sonnet?

Petrarchan and English sonnets are very similar forms but have a few easy to spot characteristics that let you differentiate between them. The Petrarchan sonnet is the earliest sonnet form and consists of...

Answered by Alexander W. English tutor
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Should I only revise subject knowledge directly relevant to the mark scheme?

While it is certainly important to familiarise yourself with the mark scheme and all the relevant materials, I am very much of the opinion that all knowledge is useful knowledge. Make sure your answers ma...

Answered by Charlie H. English tutor
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