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English Literature
A Level

How do I analyse a poem with close analysis?

This is a very important skill - for GCSE, above and below! 

The first stage is to read the poem at least twice, first just going over it, and the second time underlining or highlighting ...

AA
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How do you do specific word analysis?

Analysing quotes can be tricky, especially when you don't know where to begin. However, specific word analysis is the area that can get you the most marks and push into the upper grade boundaries an in...

KM
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What is a possible approach to analysing unseen texts?

In your exams and your essays in general, when asked to analyse unseen texts, your goal is to show a sophisticated reading and response. This can be quite difficult if you're not sure what to look for, if...

LH
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How do I approach comparing unseen text during an exam?

It can be daunting having no prior knowledge of the extracts you are about to compare but here are some simple tips as so how to approach this stressful situation during your exam:
1 – Read t...

TG
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How do I incorporate other critics ideas into my A Level essay?

When writing an English literature essay, your interpretation and analysis is the most important part. However, using other critics work helps you to develop your own argument, by showing you have conside...

RP
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