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How is the best way to compare themes in two different poems?

First of all, you need to recognise what the key themes are of the poems in isolation. For example, take the first poem and see if you can recognise any recurring imagery, like the image of a moon in the ...

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Answered by James F. English tutor
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How do I structure my paragraphs?

I would suggest learning the PEEL structure. PEEL stands for Point, Evidence, Explain, Link. When answering a question in an exam or in coursework, write the word PEEL on your planning page, and then stru...

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Answered by Shelby J. English tutor
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What is a plosive consonant and what is its effect?

A plosive consonant is an abrupt sound made by closing the mouth then releasing a burst of breath. The plosive consonants in English are B, P, T and D. Their effect, especially when used repeatedly is to ...

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Answered by Felicity M. English tutor
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How does the poet present strong ideas and feelings in 'To A Daughter Leaving Home' (unseen poem)

The speaker evidently feels that her daughter is growing up very fast and uncontrollably, through the lack of punctuation, caesura, and the almost continue use of enjambment throughout the poem. This lack...

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Answered by Jessica C. English tutor
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How am I going to remember to get all of these different factors into essays in my exam?

Arguably more important than practicing writing full essays is practicing essay plans. If you can get into a good routine of producing concise plans which make sense to you and reflect all of the main poi...

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Answered by Hannah R. English tutor
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