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I can never think of anything to write about unseen literature during exams- how can I improve?

No problem! Finding things to say is tricky, especially under test conditions. The first thing we need to do is go through the tick-list of what needs including- an introduction and conclusion, and roughl...

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Answered by Merle W. English tutor
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How should I approach an essay style question under the time limit of an exam?

Hi, that's a good question! The key is to make a good plan before you start writing. First highlight key points in the question in order to make sure you know exactly what the question is asking you. This...

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Answered by Sophia R. English tutor
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‘Cordelia is admirable, but not entirely.’ Discuss.

To be entirely admirable in a whole sense is to be flawless in all motivations and to a lesser extent actions, this essay will contend that Cordelia in Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear’, despite popular c...

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Answered by Oliver H. English tutor
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How should I structure my points in my essay?

Its important when writing an essay to always make sure your points are fully explained and evidenced. The best way to remember to do this is to use the PEEL system. PEEL stands for Point, Evidence, Exp...

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Answered by Eleanor S. English tutor
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How should I approach a comparative essay between Things Fall Apart and Heart of Darkness?

There are a variety of ways of approaching the structure of a comparative essay. I find the most effective method in achieving a high-grade essay is to run a comparison throughout the essay, rather than f...

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Answered by Kate M. English tutor
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