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Analyse Marlowe's depiction of Faustus' relationship with magic based on the lines 'Tis magic, magic that hast ravished me'

The repetition of the word ‘magic’ denotes a conclusive and certain tone to this line which implies that his decision to pursue necromancy is definite. The word ‘ravish’, though primarily referring to the...

Answered by Madeleine B. English tutor
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What does the title mean in 'To Kill A Mockingbird'?

The Mockingbird symbolises innocence, thus its death ('To Kill A Mockingbird') signifies the death of the children's innocence as they are exposed to the racial prejudices and the consequences of those p...

Answered by Madeleine B. English tutor
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"It is a test [that] genuine poetry can communicate before it is understood." - T. S. Eliot. Discuss this with reference to at least two poets you have studied.

This would be an example of a typical English Literature IB Higher Level Paper 2 essay question.The student should introduce their essay by analysing the quotation, perhaps considering the difference betw...

Answered by Iona R. English tutor
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How are classical rhetorical devices used differently in Brutus' and Antony's speeches in Shakespeare's Julius Caesar?

Brutus uses the schemes of repetition and parallelism to strengthen his message, appealing to the audience's sense of ethos (credibility) and logos (logic) with a notion of his honour and high standing. I...

Answered by Kirsten M. English tutor
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Student has asked the following: is there a recommended way to structure an essay for an exam and what do I need to make sure I include in each paragraph?

(I would make sure, prior to teaching every student, that I have detailed knowledge regarding the specific exam board that they are on in order to give the most relevant response to a question like this)A...

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