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Firstly, you should identify key textual evidence that you can use to answer the question. Look through key quotes from the text and find some that include symbolism or imagery. Now, you need to analyse why ...

I would say logically and with plenty of practice beforehand. I would start by reading the poem through at least twice, then on the thirs time take three different coloured highlighters - one for structure (...

Generally speaking I find a spider diagram the easiest way to work through an exam question, although a linear plan can be equally effective too. It is very important to hit all of the Assessment Objectives ...

You have to remember that English literature is about argument and interpretation. Read a text thoroughly, write down the main themes you find, the quotes you feel are important and characters you find inter...

The majority of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' is written in blank verse, or unrhymed iambic pentameter. This meter closely replicates the natural rhythm of spoken English. However, at key moments - such a...