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English Literature
A Level

How can I include critics in my essays?

It's important to remember that an examiner is much more interested in what you think rather than what a critic has already said. So don't just write down a critical opinion or quote without expanding on ...

IA
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How important is context in my A Level essay?

Ponits are allocated in all mark schemes for contextual discussion of the text/texts. This can often mean a whole grade difference if context is used effectively, as well as enriching and polishing an ...

RC
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How do I study for a closed book examination at A Level?

The aim of the game with a closed book examination is to test your memory, knowledge and understanding of a text, things you should have built upon in class over the year. However, the thought of having t...

BW
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How do I prepare for an exam with an unseen text?

I found this difficult at first, especially coming from GCSE where the book was there for you to constantly refer to. However, I found that the best way for me to remember quotations, was for me to rel...

FN
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What makes a good English Literature essay?

Essay writing is never easy to get right, so here are several points (in my mind indispensible) to help you sail over those grade boundaries!

1) READ THE QUESTION CAREFULLY

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AC
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