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Compare and contrast how Owen explores the theme of death in two of his poems

Throughout his poetry, Owen explores many representations of the themes of war and violence. In the poems “Anthem For Doomed Youth” and “Futility”, Owen represents death in opposing ways. In “Anthem For Doom...
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How do I learn quotations off by heart? Do you recommend any particular methods?

With so many set texts, it is easy to panic and wonder how you are going to learn enough quotes for your exam papers. However, do no worry! Here are some tips for memorising quotes: Little and often is key D...
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How do I structure a paragraph for Shakespeare (e.g. Macbeth) in English Literature Paper 1?

Example question: Explore the importance of guilt in Macbeth. Start off with a clear point that directly answers the question: Lady Macbeth exhibits an increasing amount of guilt as the play progresses. Intr...
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Discuss the following passage from act 5 scene 1, exploring Shakespeare's use of language and dramatic effect

The first thing to do when approaching an extract question is to ascertain exactly where this scene lies in the overall play. This will give you a fundamental groundwork for understanding the extract general...
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Has the office of the Prime Minister become 'Presidential'?

There is certainly a case to be made that in recent years, the office of the Prime Minister has become more 'Presidential'. One of the biggest reasons for this is the rise of new media. Due to the ubiquity o...
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