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How do events in Act 3 Scene 4 of 'Macbeth' give the audience an insight into Macbeth's psychological state?

Act 3 Scene 4 of Macbeth marks an acknowledgement of Macbeth's newfound royal authority, as he hosts the first banquet as king. Whilst the audience is presented with a seemingly sane king at the ...

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Answered by Anna W. English tutor
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How does Shakespeare present the theme of power in King Lear?

PlanIntro: power is something desirable and fundamental to many characters identities; but ultimately proves to be hollow, ephemeral, and destructivePoints to consider:How characters like Lear and Edmund ...

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Answered by Solomon H. English tutor
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How would a piece of gothic literature create a sense of foreboding?

Foreboding in literature can be created in many ways. One instance that is common, and students should be careful not to miss, is the use of a 'semantic field' of words or imagery. By repeatedly using, fo...

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Answered by Charlie W. English tutor
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To what extent do two of the texts you have read adhere to the conventions of th classic tragedy genre?

In this question, it is best to start off by identifying the features of a classic Greek Tragedy; Aristotle's 3 unities, hamartia, peripeteia, catharsis, etc. Each paragraph will take one of these main fe...

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Answered by Sarah O. English tutor
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How do I integrate quotations into my essay without it feeling forced?

Quotations from the text(s) that you are analysing are, obviously, essential to an essay. If you have too few the essay will feel vague and unsubstantiated - too many, and the flow of the essay will come ...

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Answered by Sarah P. English tutor
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