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What are the key moments in a classical Greek tragedy?

In a Greek tragedy, we expect to see the fall of a tragic hero. This is done by the hero having a tragic flaw (called hamartia in Greek terms). In many cases, the tragic hero falls as a resulf of 'hubris' (t...
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What should I include in a personal statement?

We shall begin by brainstorming all the things the student wishes to include or thinks are significant. Then we shall narrow down the opptions and look at what is most significant in context to their specifi...
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How do I do close analysis?

We shall look at the key terms needed for close analysis - such as metaphors, alliteration, assonance etc and build a word bank. Then we shall practise finding these in poems / novels and once confidence at ...
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How do I revise for exams?

We shall have revision sessions where we identify the key themes of the given text(s) and look at key quotations and moments for each themes. Using techniques such as queue cards and posters we shall ensure ...
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How do I structure my essays?

1. We shall begin with looking at the introduction - breaking it down into what how and why. Then we shall look at the major themes in the studied text and formulate an argument in response to the specific b...
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