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English Literature
A Level

How to approach 35 mark essays: E.g. ‘To what extent is Hamlet’s indecision his great downfall?’

Whenever embarking on large essays, one must first assert a solid structure. The common notion of: Point, Quote, Explain, is a helpful system to follow. First, sketch a structure, including the number of ...

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Characters in different generations may have opposing goals and ideals, which may cause conflict. Select a work of literature that demonstrates such conflict and explain how the opposing viewpoints causes such tension between the characters.

There are many potential works of literature that could be used for such a questions, but I will use Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice as my example. Elizabeth and her mother have very different views and...

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How do I plan an English essay?

The first step is to read the question very carefully, checking it three times over to make sure that you fully understand it. The worst mistake you can make in an English essay is to write about the wron...

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Consider the theme of death in the poems of Philip Larkin.

Many of Philip Larkin;s poems engage with the theme of death, notably 'Dockery and Son' and 'Days'. These poems provide musings on death with bleak narratives in Larkin's often cynical tone, as Larkin lam...

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How should I structure a comparison essay?

For an essay where you are comparing two texts I would recommend comparing both texts throughout the whole essay in order to show clear engagement with them together, as supposed to writing solely about o...

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