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Analysing Character and Theme
Quick questions on Using quotations as evidence explained: N(A)-Level Literature in English
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What is unpack the words to prove the point?Show answer
After quoting, explain how the words prove your point. Pick out the most important word and unpack its connotations. For "alone again", you might explain that "again" suggests a sad routine, not a one-off. This unpacking is where the marks are.
What is no unpacking?Show answer
Quoting and moving on without explaining how the words work. The explanation is where the marks are.
What is q1?Show answer
Why is a quotation described as evidence rather than decoration? [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Why are short quotations usually better than long ones? [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
What must you always do after quoting, and why? [3 marks]
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