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Structuring the Literature Essay
Quick questions on Embedding quotations explained: N(A)-Level Literature in English
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What are zoom in on single words?Show answer
Embedding lets you do something powerful: zoom in on a single word. You can quote just one key word inside your sentence and then analyse it: "The verb 'slammed' shows his loss of control." Picking out and analysing individual words is the sharpest kind of analysis, and embedding makes it natural. Aim to quote and analyse precise words, not just whole phrases.
What is no zoom-in?Show answer
Embedding a phrase but never analysing a specific word. Pick out a key word and unpack it.
What is broken grammar?Show answer
Forcing a quotation in so the sentence no longer reads correctly. Choose words that fit, and read it back.
What is q1?Show answer
What does it mean to embed a quotation? [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Why is embedding better than dropping a quotation in? [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
What powerful analysis move does embedding make easy, and how? [3 marks]
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