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How do I make sure that each paragraph in my essay answers the question?

Under the timed pressure of an exam it can be tempting to launch straight into writing an answer to a question without taking time to analyse what is being asked and planning to ensure that each point you ma...
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Answered by Eleanor R. • English tutor
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Explore how Conflict of the past is presented in ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’

Extract of Essay Answer: Appearance only exists in the past for Blanche so the emphasis on the one thing Blanche attempts to maintain in the play reinforces the concept that her lies will also fade. Tensions...
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Answered by Lara M. • English tutor
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How do I include context in my literature essay?

Context is key to the top marks in a literature essay and it is best applied subtly to bring greater depth to your main points. Context can explain why a poet has used a particular technique or add a richer ...
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Answered by Hannah K. • English tutor
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How should I plan an essay in an exam?

Taking 5 minutes to write a plan gives you the best possible chance of writing a good essay. It may seem tempting to go straight into writing given the time pressure but this does more harm than good, as you...
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Answered by Gemma H. • English tutor
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In ‘To a Daughter Leaving Home’, how does the poet present the speaker’s feelings about her daughter?

In ' To a daughter leaving home', the speaker reminisces about teaching his daughter how to ride the bicycle. At the start, the speaker feels worried that his daughter may get hurt, then surprised as his dau...
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Answered by Angela C. • English tutor
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