Top answers


How can I link my paragraphs together effectively in an essay?

This is something that comes up frequently with students: how can I effectively tie my arguments together in an essay, so that the flow of the writing makes logical sense. The answer is - with a jigsaw! This...
MD
Answered by Marthe D. English tutor
5909 Views

I can never think of anything to write about unseen literature during exams- how can I improve?

No problem! Finding things to say is tricky, especially under test conditions. The first thing we need to do is go through the tick-list of what needs including- an introduction and conclusion, and roughly t...
MW
Answered by Merle W. English tutor
2915 Views

How should I approach an essay style question under the time limit of an exam?

Hi, that's a good question! The key is to make a good plan before you start writing. First highlight key points in the question in order to make sure you know exactly what the question is asking you. This wi...
SR
Answered by Sophia R. English tutor
2224 Views

‘Cordelia is admirable, but not entirely.’ Discuss.

To be entirely admirable in a whole sense is to be flawless in all motivations and to a lesser extent actions, this essay will contend that Cordelia in Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear’, despite popular criticism su...
OH
Answered by Oliver H. English tutor
8955 Views

How should I structure my points in my essay?

Its important when writing an essay to always make sure your points are fully explained and evidenced. The best way to remember to do this is to use the PEEL system. PEEL stands for Point, Evidence, Explanat...
ES
Answered by Eleanor S. English tutor
2682 Views