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How do I structure a good essay?

The best way to structure an essay is to start with a strong introduction which directly answers the essay question, therefore establishing your opinion at the start. This is important because it allows y...

HW
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How do I plan an essay effectively?

Read the question carefully, you might want to underline or highlight key words so as to ensure you keep these in mind when planning. You will need to consider which textual material to draw upon and what...

MV
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What are different ways that you can 'analyse ways in which meaning is shaped' in a poetic text?

Firstly, it is important to breakdown the meaning behind this assessment objective and to understand what the exam board are looking for to ensure that the student is hitting the criteria. An analysis of ...

CC
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‘In literature, love can transcend any social convention or taboo’


This question would be an example of a comparative question where the student would need to compare two pieces of literature in one essay question and discuss their similarities or differences. I wi...

LC
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How do you write a strong essay under timed conditions?

Preparation is key! Try to handwrite answers to as many practice questions as you can under timed conditions before the exam as possible, just to get used to writing quickly, and used to the time pressure...

LA
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