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What are the main literary devices and what effect do they have?

There are various literary devices a writer can use in their work. These are usually used to improve the quality of a description and to achieve desired effects. Keep an eye out for writers using these in...

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Answered by Maya V. English tutor
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In an Inspector calls, how does Eva smith represent the society of the time?

Eva smith, represents not only responsibility but forces the Birling family to feel and accept their guilt. She is the symbol of the working class within a capitalist society; 'smith' being a common surna...

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Answered by Alexandra W. English tutor
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How does Alice Walker depict oppression in her novel 'The Color Purple'

Throughout history, the roles of men and women have been shaped by the community where they have found themselves living. Traditionally, women are considered to be fragile and dependent whilst men have al...

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Answered by Bethanie N. English tutor
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How do I write a analytical paragraph for literature essay?

Firstly, you must begin with a topic sentence. This is a sentence which clearly and concisely conveys your response to the question. For example, if you are asked to explore the theme of ambition in Macbe...

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Answered by Abby S. English tutor
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How do I analyse and compare poems?

A lot of students analyse individual poems in an exam essay but what puts you in the highest bands and helps you to achieve higher marks is the way you compare and contrast the poems. It's important to lo...

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Answered by Anushe S. English tutor
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