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How should I write a conclusion to a critical essay?

A conclusion is a recap of your essay and the perfect place to highlight your ideas and opinions on the text. It is useful to follow a simple structure such as REF: R efer- refer back to the essay question t...
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2017 higher, section A, part A, question 1: Look at lines 1–20. By referring to at least two examples, analyse how dialogue is used to reveal the attitudes of the slab boys (Phil and Spanky) to Hector’s situation at this point.

The candidate should note that when the question says 'at least two' this is the bare minimum and that three points are preferable. The candidate would continue to make their answer something similar as to w...
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How do I plan the essay: Discuss the social and political context of Streetcar Named Desire, with particular reference to the characters of Blanche and Stanley. What does the play tell us about the opinions of the writer."

Hi student, let's take a look at this question and break it down into parts. As you know, planning is everything, and makes you feel confident rather than overwhelmed. Firstly, let us look at the question as...
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Consider the presentation of desire in one drama text and one poetry collection that you have studied

The presentation of desire is interestingly raised in both “The Duchess of Malfi” by John Webster and in a selection of John Donne poems. In general, desire can take many forms, such as the lustful desire fo...
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How does the writer convey the power of nature in Edwin Morgan's "Slate"?

Morgan convey's the power of nature in "Slate" through the use of various sound techniques including sibilance. " must streak, surely strike,seldom stroke,"The repeated "S" soun...
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