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How would I start to answer an unseen prose/poetry question?

Unseen prose and poetry can seem scary, but it's actually really simple to get your head around what the author of the piece is actually trying to say, as well as how you can best answer the question. Fir...

EF
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How should I learn quotations in a closed-book exam?

Depending on the type of learner you are, you can learn quotations in a number of different ways. There are three main types of learning - kinetic, visual, and auditory. Now, if you are a kinetic learner,...

MJ
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How do I demonstrate good close reading in an exam?

The key to good close reading is understanding the text: read the passage through slowly and carefully, and make sure you understand what’s happening. If it’s a poem, what is the poet trying to say? Or wh...

CC
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What is the best way to structure a one hour exam essay on Shakespeare?

There is no single way to write an exam essay! You seek to produce something creative and individual. However, there are some helpful points to remember to help you write a clear and clever answer:a) An e...

BS
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How do I approach a closed reading poetry exam and what is the best way to structure my essay?

Although approaching an unseen poem in an exam can be quite scary, with practice and planning this part to the exam can be fun and easy. Firstly, read and reread the poem and take each part of the poem se...

BL
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