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What language techniques should be included in a persuasive speech?

When writing to persuade an audience, there are a few key techniques the examiner will look out for:

- Rhetorical Questions

- Repetition

- Dir...

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Answered by L1zzy K. English tutor
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What is the difference between descriptive and analytical writing? Which is better?

In order to break into the top bands in any GCSE literature essay, a student must write analytically, not descriptively. Rather than merely detailing what has happened in a story, one should strive to ...

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Answered by Nicholas O. English tutor
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How do poetic techniques (or sound devices) emphasise the poet's message?

In this answer, I shall explain how poetic techniques emphasize the poet's message and how to explain this in your essays. This answer will focus on why poets use these devices, rather than a list of p...

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Answered by Anastasia R. English tutor
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How do you analyse a novel/short story?

First of all, know the story. Study guides or even talking about it with a friend or teacher can help you learn and understand the story and the themes that ru...

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Answered by Sarah M. English tutor
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How can I write an introduction that captures the attention of an examiner immediately?

Creating a really gripping introduction for your essay is actually easier than you may think! Really, you only need three sentences arranged in a particular way and you'll be able to draw your reader in i...

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Answered by Eilish L. English tutor
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