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How do I analyse a poem?

Analysing poetry is something that some people find natural, but others struggle with. There are, however, a couple of simple steps you can follow to make the process easier and write very good poetry analys...
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Answered by Berenika K. • English tutor
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How should I approach an analysis of a poem from my anthology?

There are two key things to remember when tackling one of the poems found in your anthology in order to achieve high marks. The first, and most important, is to have already prepared three or four cohesive p...
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Answered by Ben B. • English tutor
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Discuss and compare the ways in which at least two of the works that you have studied have been constructed to be entertaining or even amusing, regardless of the subject matter, and consider the effects created.

Tennesse Williams' "A Streetcar Named Desire" and Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest" are both iconic pieces of drama within their own right, serving as both works of entertai...
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Answered by Megan F. • English tutor
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Explain the significance of the title of the play "A Streetcar Named Desire" in reference to the events and characters in the play.

The streetcar has a fixed route: it is predetermined and cannot changed. In the same way, the fate of Blanche is predetermined due to her character flaws. She is driven by longing and desire for a perfect ma...
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Answered by Georgie L. • English tutor
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What are some key techniques to focus on when writing a World Literature Essay (can be applied to equivalent A-level English essays)

Put simply, examiners looking at a World Literature paper are assessing: student's ability to create an informed perspective/opinion/analysis of a certain literary work, based on their course knowledge, and ...
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Answered by Shireen D. • English tutor
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