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What is the best way to revise for an exam which focuses on set texts?

I think the first thing to think about is that everyone has a learning style that is unique. You may be a visual learner, auditory learner, write it down learner or a kinaesthetic learner. It's really imp...

Answered by Lara S. • English tutor

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Explore the theme of justice in Shakespeare's Hamlet with reference to Middleton's The Revenger's Tragedy.

Juxtaposing sources for a supreme set of laws creates tension within the plot as Shakespeare critiques different methods of achieving justice. The state acts as an obstacle to justice when Hamlet seeks bl...

Answered by Tutor117605 D. • English tutor

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How can I link my paragraphs together effectively in an essay?

This is something that comes up frequently with students: how can I effectively tie my arguments together in an essay, so that the flow of the writing makes logical sense. The answer is - with a jigsaw!

Answered by Marthe D. • English tutor

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What's the best way to structure an A-Level English essay?

Having a clear structure is essential to making sure the examiner is able to easily understand your answer, so you should spend a few minutes before beginning writing planning your structure. In you...

Answered by Eleanor H. • English tutor

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I can never think of anything to write about unseen literature during exams- how can I improve?

No problem! Finding things to say is tricky, especially under test conditions. The first thing we need to do is go through the tick-list of what needs including- an introduction and conclusion, and roughl...

Answered by Merle W. • English tutor

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