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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

Both are examples of figurative language, and compare one thing to another. However, whilst a simile states that X is like Y, a metaphor states that X is Y.eg. 'The sun was like a golden...

Answered by Gemma T. • English tutor

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How do I spot a purpose clause?

A purpose clause contains a main verb in the indicative, and a secondary verb in the subjunctive which is introduced by 'ut'. If the main verb is in the past tense, the imperfect subjunctive is used. ie. ...

Answered by Gemma T. • Latin tutor

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How can I best answer a question such as 'what factors most affect the supply of and demand for energy on a national scale?'

In order to best answer this question, we must first break it down. We are being asked to outline which factors affect both the supply and demand for energy before evaluating which of these we be...

Answered by Nadja M. • Geography tutor

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Solve the simultaneous equation: 2x - 5y = 9 , x + 6y = -4

First multiply the second equation by 2, so it becomes 2x + 12y = -8. Then subtract the second equation from the first one which gives (2x - 2x) + (-5y - 12y) = (9 - -8), -17y = 17. Therefore y = -1. Plug...

Answered by Anagh C. • Maths tutor

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State 3 organelles found in a Eukaryotic cell and the functions of each organelle.

The organelles present in a Eukaryotic cell and there functions are the following: The Nucleus - the nucleus controls all the cells activities, it houses the DNA. Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum - The Rough E...

Answered by Katrina B. • Biology tutor

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