How do I structure a response to an unseen literary extract?
Introduction:Outline the action that occurs in the extractFormulate a thesis statement Signpost how you will argue the thesis statementParagraph template:-What does the author draw attention to? eg. theme of love, death, war-How does the author do this? eg literary techniques eg imagery, diction, structure..-Why does the author do this? eg to make us question broader society's principles, make us question our place in the world?
Conclusion:Restate thesis whilst bringing in new material in light pf the essay. How does this link to our world today and its broader implications?
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