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What is the best way to revise for an English exam?

The first step to successful revision is to have a working knowledge of the texts. Read and re-read the text to ensure that you have not missed out any vital aspects in your initial reading in class. This...

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How to remember quotes in a closed-book exam?

A simple way to retain a large number of quotes in to group them into themes. Undoubtedly, you will have discussed the general themes present in the text you have been studying, and these will come in han...

CM
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How do I approach an essay in my English A Level Exam?

Before your exam it is essential that you have a thorough understanding of the text you are writing about. The most important thing to remember in an A Level essay is the balance of assessment objectives;...

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How to use critics in an essay more effectively?

The best way to incorporate critics into your response to a question is to make sure you only use critics you can engage with. If you read a critical article and either strongly agree or disagree with the...

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How am I to approach an unseen poem?

*** Firstly, you need to read the poem to discover its subject matter (for example, a love poem). Whilst doing this, it’s also important to consider the perspective of the speaker in the poem in regards t...

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