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How to revise for your English Literature GCSE

by Anita Naik

It's a myth that you can't revise for English Literature GCSE. To pass, you need to know the texts but also have more in-depth knowledge about the themes, literary techniques and language used. All of this will show your understanding of English Literature to the examiners, and this is what your rev...

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How to select a topic for GCSE English spoken language component

by Anita Naik

The GCSE English Skills component is now called spoken language. It's mandatory but does not count towards your GCSE grade. However, it's assessed separately at Distinction, Merit, Pass or Ungraded.

It's an individual talk of approximately 5 minutes, with questions and applicable in all exam boards...

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Understanding Literary Devices: Allegory, Alliteration, Allusion

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

Authors use a variety of literary devices to make the complexities of plot, narrative, and character development memorable in their writing. Although the techniques can seem somewhat complicated at times, they are frequently used as a shortcut to create a picture or explain a concept clearly.

Three...

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Understanding Literary Devices: Foreshadowing and Flashbacks

by Grace Dickins

Because they add suspense or details that are difficult to incorporate through other methods, an author may use foreshadowing or flashbacks in writing. The two devices have a similar function; they refer to events that are not current but are linked to the ongoing narrative. They have some significa...

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Helping Your Child Understand Past, Present, and Future Tense

by Christine Chadwick

Using correct grammar is essential for understanding a language and being able to communicate effectively. For many children, verb tenses can be especially difficult to master. If your child is having difficulty with the past, present, and future, try some of the strategies discussed below to help h...

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