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What historical factors contributed to the demise of the Roman Republic?

The Roman Republic ended sometime between 49 BC and 27 BC; the first date being when Caesar crossed the Rubicon, which started the terminal civil wars of the Republic, and the second being Augustus’ formal “...
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How is Odysseus different to other mythical Greek heroes in the 'Odyssey'? Do you think there is a particular reason for this?

Odysseus, whilst portraying many of the characteristics of a stereotypical Greek hero, also performs in ways that humanise him. In Book 10, after he has secured the winds of Aeolus, he falls asleep on the de...
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Who is responsible for Dido's death in Virgil's Aeneid?

The death of Dido marks the end of Book 4 of Virgil's Aeneid. The Queen of Carthage stabs herself in a fiery rage following her abandonment by her lover Aeneas, who leaves Carthage to continue with his desti...
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'Women are deceptive and should not be trusted in the Odyssey.' How far do you agree?

Helen, the wife of Menelaus, is one of the most untrustworthy women in the Odyssey because she leaves her husband Menelaus for the Trojan prince Paris. Furthermore, having deserted her husband, she tries to ...
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What is the most effective way to tackle a 30 mark question within the time limit?

The 30 mark question is the most detailed you will have to answer in your exam paper. Here, you must make significant reference to the chapters you have studied throughout the Iliad and show a thorough knowl...
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