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How can I prepare for an English Literature exam on unseen texts?

First, read the extract slowly and thoroughly. Try to get an overall sense of it. What is the tone? You will need to construct an argument about what the extract is trying to do. It is important to be abl...

UK
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How can I ensure that I get into the top bands for my OCR GCSE English Literature essays?

Anyone can achieve top marks in their English Literature essays if they follow these simple steps. Essentially, all you have to do is reach the Assessment Objectives the exam board requires. For insta...

IG
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How can I write a great A Level English Essay?

Writing a great answer to an AS or A2 English essay is tougher than it was at GCSE but it is important to build on the skills you developed at the earlier level. 

The three things to remember ...

OP
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How can I revise for a closed book English exam, do I need to learn the whole book?

One of the biggest worries for students taking A Level English Literature is that most of the exams are closed book, meaning that you cannot have a copy of the text in the exam with you.

This ...

HS
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How do I use my Science skills to do well in English essays?!

At first, it seems ridiculous to think that you could possibly use your science or maths ability to your advantage in English. However, what many students don't realise is that at GCSE, and even A-lev...

JR
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