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How should I write an introduction for a GCSE English exam?

The best first step for a good introduction is detailed planning. However, in an exam situation there is not much time to spend a long time planning. Luckily, there are some basic guidelines to remember when...
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Answered by Daisy R. English tutor
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Discuss the theme of love in Romeo and Juliet

Remember to start the essay with a strong introduction. Your introduction should capture the reader's attention and highlight the key points that your essay will discuss. Each point should be given its own p...
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Answered by Ceara H. English tutor
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How do I structure a longer answer/essay style answer in an exam?

The most important thing to remember about answering these longer-style questions in an exam is to PLAN! It might feel like you don't have a lot of time, but just spending five minutes before you start writi...
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Answered by Rose C. English tutor
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When writing my essay, how do I reach the highest marks?

In order to achieve a high mark, it is important for you to include all the assessment objectives in a well-distributed fashion. While writing your essay a good tip is to quickly note down the AOs in the cor...
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What's the difference between explicit and implicit meaning?

Explicit = obvious meaning. Implicit = unobvious meaning. So if something was explicit in a text, it means that the information is clearly stated for you. E.g. Josh was wearing a blue, woolly hat yesterday m...
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Answered by Sophie H. English tutor
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