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To what extent can Othello's ending be described as 'self inflicted'?

To get top marks in a question like this, when you are writing your paragraphs, you must include three things, which are; citing references from all across the book to show you've read all of it and not just...
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How do I do a close reading?

Close readings can often seem daunting but they are the easiest way to demonstrate familiarity with the text and to show that you understand that the specific choices that the author has had an impact on the...
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How should you structure an A-level English Literature essay?

One way in which you could structure an essay would be with a diamond structure. This is when your answer begins with your point (your argument- clearly established at the beginning of the essay) progresses ...
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How should I tackle an unseen poem in my exam?

There are several methods you can consider when learning to write an analysis of an unseen poem. My first piece of advice is to practice analysing poems quickly and succinctly, in exam conditions, in the run...
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How do I get an A* in my English Literature A-Level exam?

Depending on what examination board (AQA, CIE, OCR) you do, there will be different requirements for you. However, as a general rule it is important that you try and include these things if you are looking t...
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