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Explore Shakespeare's use of disguise in King Lear.

Many characters in 'King Lear' disguise their intentions towards other characters through their manipulative use of language. For example, Regan and Goneril initially trick their father into disowning his...

Answered by Tilly N. English tutor
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How would I answer the exam question: Explore Philip Larkin’s portrayal of time in ‘Next Please’ and one other poem. You must discuss relevant contextual factors.

The first thing you need to do is flick to this poem in your anthology to remind you of its content and how the theme – in this case time – is presented. Ask yourself - how is time presented in this poem?...

Answered by Rosalie B. English tutor
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How should I write a conclusion to a critical essay?

A conclusion is a recap of your essay and the perfect place to highlight your ideas and opinions on the text. It is useful to follow a simple structure such as REF:Refer-refer back to...

Answered by Alice P. English tutor
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2017 higher, section A, part A, question 1: Look at lines 1–20. By referring to at least two examples, analyse how dialogue is used to reveal the attitudes of the slab boys (Phil and Spanky) to Hector’s situation at this point.

The candidate should note that when the question says 'at least two' this is the bare minimum and that three points are preferable. The candidate would continue to make their answer something similar as t...

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How do I plan the essay: Discuss the social and political context of Streetcar Named Desire, with particular reference to the characters of Blanche and Stanley. What does the play tell us about the opinions of the writer."

Hi student, let's take a look at this question and break it down into parts. As you know, planning is everything, and makes you feel confident rather than overwhelmed. Firstly, let us look at the question...

Answered by Zoe L. English tutor
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