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How do I approach Shakespeare?

The key to Shakespeare's work is understanding them. Grasping their meaning and understanding the language. Once you have that, you can begin to analyse any Shakespearean text. The meaning behind the t...

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How do I learn quotes for my exam?

It's important to identify the general themes in the texts you are studying. Once you've pulled out the themes, then begin to look for quotes that back up that theme, relate to the theme. Don't rehears...

ES
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How important is the bunkhouse as a setting in Of Mice and Men?

1) We first meet all the characters there, apart from Lennie and George. Crooks is barred from the bunkhouse. What is the significance of this?

2) The bunkhouse is isolated...

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What are some important theatrical conventions that you could use in your analysis of a play?

- Main themes of the play 

- Motifs (i.e. symbol that is repeated throughout the work) 

- Stage directions (i.e. pay attention to the character's actions as well as their wo...

MM
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What does a good introduction to an essay consist of?

A good introduction should be clear and to the point, it should include:

- A brief opening sentence that shows the reader the general theme of your essay 

- A thesis stateme...

MM
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