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THEMES POLITICS AND POWER HAMLET: AS & A2 Politics and power. The plot of Hamlet is set in motion by Claudius's murderous ambition to supplant his brother, the King. It ends with his replacement by Young Fortinbras, the Norwegian prince, as King. All political power in Denmark is concentrated on the throne. Although Denmark is an elective monarchy, in the play we see Claudius nominateSAMPLE ANSWERS
Question: In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet talks with her daughter about the prospect of marriage. Read from ‘Marry, that “marry” is the very theme/I came to talk of.’ (I.3) to ‘Go, girl, seek happy nights to happy days.’ (I.3) Starting with this extract write about how Shakespeare presents parents and children.SAMPLE ANSWERS
He uses this story about Christmas to appeal to the Christian values of loving our neighbours during the happy celebration of Christmas because ‘it is a time when Want is keenly felt and Abundance rejoices’. His message is the opposite of Scrooge’s ‘It’s not my business’. Marley’s ghost CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
THE LADY OF THE HOUSE OF LOVE A VICTIM OF IMMORTALITY THE The Lady of the House of Love Analysis A victim of immortality. The abandoned village is a place of ghosts, shadows and distant sobbing, and has 'a sense of unease' (p. 107). But Carter balances the vindictiveness of her criminal monsters with hints that they cannothelp themselves.
CHAPTER 11: THE GREAT AGRA TREASURE SUMMARY THE SIGN OF Summary. Small has been captured and is on board the police boat. He is encouraged to tell his story honestly by Holmes. Watson is entrusted with the box of treasure to deliver to Miss Morstan. Watson finds Miss Morstan alone and presents her with the box. On forcing the lock, the box is found to be empty. Watson declares his love for MissMorstan.
CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS FEMINIST READINGS A STREETCAR Feminist readings. A feminist approach would focus on how the play reflects or challenges male-dominated social values. For example, Stella is subjugated to Stanley; Blanche is fired from one of the few occupations open to an intelligent, educated woman, and THE BLOODY CHAMBER, PP. 14–26 IDENTITY AND ISOLATION THE The Bloody Chamber, pp. 14–26 Analysis Identity and isolation Elnur/Shutterstock.com . The narrator uses a cold, detached tone in recalling the moment of their marriage's consummation. The earlier suggestion that she may have been excited by the Marquis's aggressive sexuality gives way to a list of moments revealing a strong sense of isolation and no hint of any pleasure on her part. YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Top 10 English resources for you and your students. By Helen McKinder. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn, A LEVEL - ADVANCED STUDY GUIDES - YORK NOTES York Notes Advanced Advanced Study Guides for A Level English. York Notes Advanced will introduce you to a sophisticated analysis of the text, and provide an essential foundation for developing your ownideas and analysis.
THEMES POLITICS AND POWER HAMLET: AS & A2 Politics and power. The plot of Hamlet is set in motion by Claudius's murderous ambition to supplant his brother, the King. It ends with his replacement by Young Fortinbras, the Norwegian prince, as King. All political power in Denmark is concentrated on the throne. Although Denmark is an elective monarchy, in the play we see Claudius nominateSAMPLE ANSWERS
Question: In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet talks with her daughter about the prospect of marriage. Read from ‘Marry, that “marry” is the very theme/I came to talk of.’ (I.3) to ‘Go, girl, seek happy nights to happy days.’ (I.3) Starting with this extract write about how Shakespeare presents parents and children.SAMPLE ANSWERS
He uses this story about Christmas to appeal to the Christian values of loving our neighbours during the happy celebration of Christmas because ‘it is a time when Want is keenly felt and Abundance rejoices’. His message is the opposite of Scrooge’s ‘It’s not my business’. Marley’s ghost CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
THE LADY OF THE HOUSE OF LOVE A VICTIM OF IMMORTALITY THE The Lady of the House of Love Analysis A victim of immortality. The abandoned village is a place of ghosts, shadows and distant sobbing, and has 'a sense of unease' (p. 107). But Carter balances the vindictiveness of her criminal monsters with hints that they cannothelp themselves.
CHAPTER 11: THE GREAT AGRA TREASURE SUMMARY THE SIGN OF Summary. Small has been captured and is on board the police boat. He is encouraged to tell his story honestly by Holmes. Watson is entrusted with the box of treasure to deliver to Miss Morstan. Watson finds Miss Morstan alone and presents her with the box. On forcing the lock, the box is found to be empty. Watson declares his love for MissMorstan.
CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS FEMINIST READINGS A STREETCAR Feminist readings. A feminist approach would focus on how the play reflects or challenges male-dominated social values. For example, Stella is subjugated to Stanley; Blanche is fired from one of the few occupations open to an intelligent, educated woman, and THE BLOODY CHAMBER, PP. 14–26 IDENTITY AND ISOLATION THE The Bloody Chamber, pp. 14–26 Analysis Identity and isolation Elnur/Shutterstock.com . The narrator uses a cold, detached tone in recalling the moment of their marriage's consummation. The earlier suggestion that she may have been excited by the Marquis's aggressive sexuality gives way to a list of moments revealing a strong sense of isolation and no hint of any pleasure on her part. A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on A View from the Bridge Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide you further. ANIMAL FARM (GRADES 9–1) REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on Animal Farm (Grades 9–1) Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide youfurther.
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2 Time passing. • The final sentence of The Great Gatsby addresses the passage of time as a central theme of the novel. • Time passing is represented in several ways in this novel, including references to history, personal recollection, physical aging and finding ways to pass the time. • Jay Gatsby’s inability to accept the consequencesREVISION CARDS
The comedy in this scene – Helmer’s pomposity is at its height and his behaviour is very childish – is a powerful counterpoint to the action itself. When finally alone to consider what Krogstad’s dismissal will mean, Nora becomes desperate. WHAT language techniquesdoes it employ?
THEMES REVENGE MACBETH (GRADES 9–1) Themes Revenge. Revenge is an important theme and is contrasted with the idea of justice being done. When Duncan asks whether the traitorous Cawdor has been executed (I.4.1), he is asking for justice. Macbeth’s execution of Duncan’s guards is not an example of justice, even though Macbeth claims to act in revenge for Duncan’s murder. When Banquo’s ghost appears, apparently seeking LANGUAGE THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL Key context. In addition to Gilead’s selective use of biblical language to support and enforce a system of patriarchy, there are also other, wider references: Aunt Lydia’s words of encouragement to the Handmaids, ‘From each according to her ability; to each according to his needs’ (p. 127), which she claims is from St Paul, is actually from a description of systems of production by THEMES JUSTICE FRANKENSTEIN (GRADES 9–1) Justine, the monster, the Turkish merchant and Victor are all suspected of crimes. Mary Shelley criticises the unfairness and corruption of the justice system, particularly in its sentencing to death of the innocent Justine. The monster knows he has been the victim of injustice at the hands of human beings and wants Victor to correct these wrongs.SAMPLE ANSWERS
The importance of desire in the play, and the playwright’s mixed attitude towards it, is highlighted by the title. This is explained in the opening scene: Blanche travels on a New Orleans streetcar ‘named Desire’, then changes to one called Cemeteries, to reach hersister’s home.
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Historical background. Jane Eyre is an advocate for her sex at a time when women’s talents, skills and independence were far from being valued. Charlotte Brontë was well aware of women’s subservient position in Victorian society and of the difficulties that were faced by a woman who wanted or had to make her way in the world. THE LADY OF THE HOUSE OF LOVE A VICTIM OF IMMORTALITY THE The Lady of the House of Love Analysis A victim of immortality. The abandoned village is a place of ghosts, shadows and distant sobbing, and has 'a sense of unease' (p. 107). But Carter balances the vindictiveness of her criminal monsters with hints that they cannothelp themselves.
YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION OFFICIAL York Notes website. UK’s bestselling GCSE, A Level & Undergraduate English Literature revision guides. Over 250 titles - Print, Online, Kindle, ePub, Android, iPhone, iPadREVISION CARDS
5 Integrity. People standing up for their beliefs is an integral part of the play: it ends with John Proctor giving his life in order to stay true to himself. Miller suggests that having integrity can be very difficult but it is necessary. THEMES. The Crucible. THEMES REVENGE MACBETH (GRADES 9–1) Themes Revenge. Revenge is an important theme and is contrasted with the idea of justice being done. When Duncan asks whether the traitorous Cawdor has been executed (I.4.1), he is asking for justice. Macbeth’s execution of Duncan’s guards is not an example of justice, even though Macbeth claims to act in revenge for Duncan’s murder. When Banquo’s ghost appears, apparently seekingSAMPLE ANSWERS
He uses this story about Christmas to appeal to the Christian values of loving our neighbours during the happy celebration of Christmas because ‘it is a time when Want is keenly felt and Abundance rejoices’. His message is the opposite of Scrooge’s ‘It’s not my business’. Marley’s ghostSAMPLE ANSWERS
Question: In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet talks with her daughter about the prospect of marriage. Read from ‘Marry, that “marry” is the very theme/I came to talk of.’ (I.3) to ‘Go, girl, seek happy nights to happy days.’ (I.3) Starting with this extract write about how Shakespeare presents parents and children. LANGUAGE AND STYLE JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Language and style. Brontë wrote very carefully, drafting out every passage before writing it up and she spent a considerable amount of time on small details such as the choice of names. ‘Eyre’, for instance, came from the Eyre family whose historic house had a room in it which had housed a madwoman, but Brontë used the name because itSAMPLE ANSWERS
Assessment Objectives Key. Read, understand and respond to texts. Students should be able to: maintain a critical style and develop an informed personal response. Use textual references, including quotations, to support and illustrate interpretations. Analyse the language, form and structure used by a writer to create meanings andeffects
CHARACTERISATION MERRIMAN THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Characterisation Merriman. Merriman is Jack's butler in the country, and is therefore the rural equivalent of Lane in Act I.He has less to do than Lane, though he is present during Gwendolen and Cecily's tea-party, and his presence, along with that of other servants, puts a brake on their hostilities. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CHARACTERS OFWARREN (JANINE): A VICTIM OF THE SYSTEM THE Ofwarren (Janine): a victim of the system. Ofwarren/Janine is a female victim in both her lives: before Gilead when she worked as a waitress and was raped by a gang of thugs, then as a Handmaid. At the Rachel and Leah Centre she is presented as a pathetic figure, on the edge of nervous collapse, and consequently one of Aunt Lydia’s pets. YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION OFFICIAL York Notes website. UK’s bestselling GCSE, A Level & Undergraduate English Literature revision guides. Over 250 titles - Print, Online, Kindle, ePub, Android, iPhone, iPadREVISION CARDS
5 Integrity. People standing up for their beliefs is an integral part of the play: it ends with John Proctor giving his life in order to stay true to himself. Miller suggests that having integrity can be very difficult but it is necessary. THEMES. The Crucible. THEMES REVENGE MACBETH (GRADES 9–1) Themes Revenge. Revenge is an important theme and is contrasted with the idea of justice being done. When Duncan asks whether the traitorous Cawdor has been executed (I.4.1), he is asking for justice. Macbeth’s execution of Duncan’s guards is not an example of justice, even though Macbeth claims to act in revenge for Duncan’s murder. When Banquo’s ghost appears, apparently seekingSAMPLE ANSWERS
He uses this story about Christmas to appeal to the Christian values of loving our neighbours during the happy celebration of Christmas because ‘it is a time when Want is keenly felt and Abundance rejoices’. His message is the opposite of Scrooge’s ‘It’s not my business’. Marley’s ghostSAMPLE ANSWERS
Question: In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet talks with her daughter about the prospect of marriage. Read from ‘Marry, that “marry” is the very theme/I came to talk of.’ (I.3) to ‘Go, girl, seek happy nights to happy days.’ (I.3) Starting with this extract write about how Shakespeare presents parents and children. LANGUAGE AND STYLE JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Language and style. Brontë wrote very carefully, drafting out every passage before writing it up and she spent a considerable amount of time on small details such as the choice of names. ‘Eyre’, for instance, came from the Eyre family whose historic house had a room in it which had housed a madwoman, but Brontë used the name because itSAMPLE ANSWERS
Assessment Objectives Key. Read, understand and respond to texts. Students should be able to: maintain a critical style and develop an informed personal response. Use textual references, including quotations, to support and illustrate interpretations. Analyse the language, form and structure used by a writer to create meanings andeffects
CHARACTERISATION MERRIMAN THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Characterisation Merriman. Merriman is Jack's butler in the country, and is therefore the rural equivalent of Lane in Act I.He has less to do than Lane, though he is present during Gwendolen and Cecily's tea-party, and his presence, along with that of other servants, puts a brake on their hostilities. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CHARACTERS OFWARREN (JANINE): A VICTIM OF THE SYSTEM THE Ofwarren (Janine): a victim of the system. Ofwarren/Janine is a female victim in both her lives: before Gilead when she worked as a waitress and was raped by a gang of thugs, then as a Handmaid. At the Rachel and Leah Centre she is presented as a pathetic figure, on the edge of nervous collapse, and consequently one of Aunt Lydia’s pets. A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on A View from the Bridge Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide you further. ANIMAL FARM (GRADES 9–1) REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on Animal Farm (Grades 9–1) Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide youfurther.
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2 Time passing. • The final sentence of The Great Gatsby addresses the passage of time as a central theme of the novel. • Time passing is represented in several ways in this novel, including references to history, personal recollection, physical aging and finding ways to pass the time. • Jay Gatsby’s inability to accept the consequences THEMES REVENGE MACBETH (GRADES 9–1) Themes Revenge. Revenge is an important theme and is contrasted with the idea of justice being done. When Duncan asks whether the traitorous Cawdor has been executed (I.4.1), he is asking for justice. Macbeth’s execution of Duncan’s guards is not an example of justice, even though Macbeth claims to act in revenge for Duncan’s murder. When Banquo’s ghost appears, apparently seeking STRUCTURE AND NARRATIVE THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Structure and narrative. Dorian Gray was Wilde’s first lengthy prose narrative, and he did not find it easy.After the Lippincott’s version he wrote of feeling tired and dissatisfied: ‘I am afraid it is rather like my own life – all conversation and no action’ (Ellmann, p. 296). The 1891 version allowed him to incorporate the James Vane revenge plot and develop the social comedy. CHAPTER 16 SUMMARY THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Summary. Dorian goes to the East End in search of opium. He meets Adrian Singleton, disgraced and disowned by his family and friends. A woman Dorian once knew abuses him and uses the name ‘Prince Charming’. James Vane springs out of the shadows with a gun. When Vane speaks of the time elapsed since Sibyl’s death, Dorian showshim his
THEMES UNIFORM THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL The Republic of Gilead tries to erase identity in other ways. The rigid hierarchy eliminates the individual – all are in uniform, colour-coded to indicate their status or role. Offred and Ofglen are indistinguishable in their Handmaid clothing, just as the Commander wears black. Nick’s only claim to an identity beyond his role aschauffeur
CHARACTERISATION ALAN CAMPBELL THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY Alan Campbell. Alan Campbell is the male equivalent of Sibyl Vane: brilliantly talented and finally destroyed. Of all Dorian’s male victims, he seems most in control of his own destiny. We learn that he has the energy and ability to make himself into a noted chemist against the wishes of a HISTORICAL BACKGROUND JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Historical background. Jane Eyre is an advocate for her sex at a time when women’s talents, skills and independence were far from being valued. Charlotte Brontë was well aware of women’s subservient position in Victorian society and of the difficulties that were faced by a woman who wanted or had to make her way in the world. THEMES LADY MACBETH'S AMBITION MACBETH: AS & A2 Study focus: Lady Macbeth's ambition. Lady Macbeth's ambition appears unchecked and she is the driving force behind the murder of Duncan. She pursues her ambition with a great determination. She willingly seeks evil to aid her in her objective and asks evil to fill her 'from the crown to the top-full / Of direst cruelty' (I.5.40–1). YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Three key ways to explore power and status in An Inspector Calls. By Renée Stanton. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn, practise and test your knowledge of the text. Find out more.REVISION CARDS
5 Integrity. People standing up for their beliefs is an integral part of the play: it ends with John Proctor giving his life in order to stay true to himself. Miller suggests that having integrity can be very difficult but it is necessary. THEMES. The Crucible. LANGUAGE AND STYLE JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Language and style. Brontë wrote very carefully, drafting out every passage before writing it up and she spent a considerable amount of time on small details such as the choice of names. ‘Eyre’, for instance, came from the Eyre family whose historic house had a room in it which had housed a madwoman, but Brontë used the name because itSAMPLE ANSWERS
He uses this story about Christmas to appeal to the Christian values of loving our neighbours during the happy celebration of Christmas because ‘it is a time when Want is keenly felt and Abundance rejoices’. His message is the opposite of Scrooge’s ‘It’s not my business’. Marley’s ghostSAMPLE ANSWERS
Question: In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet talks with her daughter about the prospect of marriage. Read from ‘Marry, that “marry” is the very theme/I came to talk of.’ (I.3) to ‘Go, girl, seek happy nights to happy days.’ (I.3) Starting with this extract write about how Shakespeare presents parents and children. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Historical background. Jane Eyre is an advocate for her sex at a time when women’s talents, skills and independence were far from being valued. Charlotte Brontë was well aware of women’s subservient position in Victorian society and of the difficulties that were faced by a woman who wanted or had to make her way in the world. CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
CHARACTERISATION MERRIMAN THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Characterisation Merriman. Merriman is Jack's butler in the country, and is therefore the rural equivalent of Lane in Act I.He has less to do than Lane, though he is present during Gwendolen and Cecily's tea-party, and his presence, along with that of other servants, puts a brake on their hostilities. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CHARACTERS OFWARREN (JANINE): A VICTIM OF THE SYSTEM THE Ofwarren (Janine): a victim of the system. Ofwarren/Janine is a female victim in both her lives: before Gilead when she worked as a waitress and was raped by a gang of thugs, then as a Handmaid. At the Rachel and Leah Centre she is presented as a pathetic figure, on the edge of nervous collapse, and consequently one of Aunt Lydia’s pets. YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Top 10 English resources for you and your students. By Helen McKinder. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn,REVISION CARDS
5 Integrity. People standing up for their beliefs is an integral part of the play: it ends with John Proctor giving his life in order to stay true to himself. Miller suggests that having integrity can be very difficult but it is necessary. THEMES. The Crucible. THEMES REVENGE MACBETH (GRADES 9–1) Themes Revenge. Revenge is an important theme and is contrasted with the idea of justice being done. When Duncan asks whether the traitorous Cawdor has been executed (I.4.1), he is asking for justice. Macbeth’s execution of Duncan’s guards is not an example of justice, even though Macbeth claims to act in revenge for Duncan’s murder. When Banquo’s ghost appears, apparently seeking LANGUAGE AND STYLE JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Language and style. Brontë wrote very carefully, drafting out every passage before writing it up and she spent a considerable amount of time on small details such as the choice of names. ‘Eyre’, for instance, came from the Eyre family whose historic house had a room in it which had housed a madwoman, but Brontë used the name because itSAMPLE ANSWERS
Question: In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet talks with her daughter about the prospect of marriage. Read from ‘Marry, that “marry” is the very theme/I came to talk of.’ (I.3) to ‘Go, girl, seek happy nights to happy days.’ (I.3) Starting with this extract write about how Shakespeare presents parents and children.SAMPLE ANSWERS
He uses this story about Christmas to appeal to the Christian values of loving our neighbours during the happy celebration of Christmas because ‘it is a time when Want is keenly felt and Abundance rejoices’. His message is the opposite of Scrooge’s ‘It’s not my business’. Marley’s ghostSAMPLE ANSWERS
Assessment Objectives Key. Read, understand and respond to texts. Students should be able to: maintain a critical style and develop an informed personal response. Use textual references, including quotations, to support and illustrate interpretations. Analyse the language, form and structure used by a writer to create meanings andeffects
CHARACTERISATION MERRIMAN THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Characterisation Merriman. Merriman is Jack's butler in the country, and is therefore the rural equivalent of Lane in Act I.He has less to do than Lane, though he is present during Gwendolen and Cecily's tea-party, and his presence, along with that of other servants, puts a brake on their hostilities. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CHARACTERS OFWARREN (JANINE): A VICTIM OF THE SYSTEM THE Ofwarren (Janine): a victim of the system. Ofwarren/Janine is a female victim in both her lives: before Gilead when she worked as a waitress and was raped by a gang of thugs, then as a Handmaid. At the Rachel and Leah Centre she is presented as a pathetic figure, on the edge of nervous collapse, and consequently one of Aunt Lydia’s pets. A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on A View from the Bridge Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide you further. ANIMAL FARM (GRADES 9–1) REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on Animal Farm (Grades 9–1) Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide youfurther.
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2 Time passing. • The final sentence of The Great Gatsby addresses the passage of time as a central theme of the novel. • Time passing is represented in several ways in this novel, including references to history, personal recollection, physical aging and finding ways to pass the time. • Jay Gatsby’s inability to accept the consequences STRUCTURE AND NARRATIVE THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Structure and narrative. Dorian Gray was Wilde’s first lengthy prose narrative, and he did not find it easy.After the Lippincott’s version he wrote of feeling tired and dissatisfied: ‘I am afraid it is rather like my own life – all conversation and no action’ (Ellmann, p. 296). The 1891 version allowed him to incorporate the James Vane revenge plot and develop the social comedy. THEMES POLITICS AND POWER HAMLET: AS & A2 Politics and power. The plot of Hamlet is set in motion by Claudius's murderous ambition to supplant his brother, the King. It ends with his replacement by Young Fortinbras, the Norwegian prince, as King. All political power in Denmark is concentrated on the throne. Although Denmark is an elective monarchy, in the play we see Claudius nominate IMAGERY BLACK AND WHITE OTHELLO: ADVANCED Imagery Black and white re_bekka/Shutterstock.com. References to black and white are important. There are also images of light and darkness, heaven and hell (see Critical Approaches: Imagery, 'Hell and the devil').Clearly these images are all related to the central paradox in the play; Othello, who is 'far more fair than black' (I.3.291) is the virtuous, noble man, while his white ensign HISTORICAL BACKGROUND JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Historical background. Jane Eyre is an advocate for her sex at a time when women’s talents, skills and independence were far from being valued. Charlotte Brontë was well aware of women’s subservient position in Victorian society and of the difficulties that were faced by a woman who wanted or had to make her way in the world. CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES EARLY CRITICAL VIEWS THE PICTURE OF Critical perspectives Early critical views. The most heated arguments over the Lippincott’s version of Dorian Gray took place in three periodicals. The St James’s Gazette review, of 20 June 1890, although published anonymously, was by Samuel Lord Henry Jeyes (1857–1932), an opponent of The Yellow Book and its contributors (see Background: Literary background, 'The English Aesthetics'). THEMES UNIFORM THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL The Republic of Gilead tries to erase identity in other ways. The rigid hierarchy eliminates the individual – all are in uniform, colour-coded to indicate their status or role. Offred and Ofglen are indistinguishable in their Handmaid clothing, just as the Commander wears black. Nick’s only claim to an identity beyond his role aschauffeur
THE LADY OF THE HOUSE OF LOVE A VICTIM OF IMMORTALITY THE The Lady of the House of Love Analysis A victim of immortality. The abandoned village is a place of ghosts, shadows and distant sobbing, and has 'a sense of unease' (p. 107). But Carter balances the vindictiveness of her criminal monsters with hints that they cannothelp themselves.
YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Three key ways to explore power and status in An Inspector Calls. By Renée Stanton. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn, practise and test your knowledge of the text. Find out more.REVISION CARDS
5 Integrity. People standing up for their beliefs is an integral part of the play: it ends with John Proctor giving his life in order to stay true to himself. Miller suggests that having integrity can be very difficult but it is necessary. THEMES. The Crucible. LANGUAGE AND STYLE JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Language and style. Brontë wrote very carefully, drafting out every passage before writing it up and she spent a considerable amount of time on small details such as the choice of names. ‘Eyre’, for instance, came from the Eyre family whose historic house had a room in it which had housed a madwoman, but Brontë used the name because itSAMPLE ANSWERS
He uses this story about Christmas to appeal to the Christian values of loving our neighbours during the happy celebration of Christmas because ‘it is a time when Want is keenly felt and Abundance rejoices’. His message is the opposite of Scrooge’s ‘It’s not my business’. Marley’s ghostSAMPLE ANSWERS
Question: In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet talks with her daughter about the prospect of marriage. Read from ‘Marry, that “marry” is the very theme/I came to talk of.’ (I.3) to ‘Go, girl, seek happy nights to happy days.’ (I.3) Starting with this extract write about how Shakespeare presents parents and children. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Historical background. Jane Eyre is an advocate for her sex at a time when women’s talents, skills and independence were far from being valued. Charlotte Brontë was well aware of women’s subservient position in Victorian society and of the difficulties that were faced by a woman who wanted or had to make her way in the world. CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
CHARACTERISATION MERRIMAN THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Characterisation Merriman. Merriman is Jack's butler in the country, and is therefore the rural equivalent of Lane in Act I.He has less to do than Lane, though he is present during Gwendolen and Cecily's tea-party, and his presence, along with that of other servants, puts a brake on their hostilities. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CHARACTERS OFWARREN (JANINE): A VICTIM OF THE SYSTEM THE Ofwarren (Janine): a victim of the system. Ofwarren/Janine is a female victim in both her lives: before Gilead when she worked as a waitress and was raped by a gang of thugs, then as a Handmaid. At the Rachel and Leah Centre she is presented as a pathetic figure, on the edge of nervous collapse, and consequently one of Aunt Lydia’s pets. YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Three key ways to explore power and status in An Inspector Calls. By Renée Stanton. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn, practise and test your knowledge of the text. Find out more.REVISION CARDS
5 Integrity. People standing up for their beliefs is an integral part of the play: it ends with John Proctor giving his life in order to stay true to himself. Miller suggests that having integrity can be very difficult but it is necessary. THEMES. The Crucible. LANGUAGE AND STYLE JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Language and style. Brontë wrote very carefully, drafting out every passage before writing it up and she spent a considerable amount of time on small details such as the choice of names. ‘Eyre’, for instance, came from the Eyre family whose historic house had a room in it which had housed a madwoman, but Brontë used the name because itSAMPLE ANSWERS
He uses this story about Christmas to appeal to the Christian values of loving our neighbours during the happy celebration of Christmas because ‘it is a time when Want is keenly felt and Abundance rejoices’. His message is the opposite of Scrooge’s ‘It’s not my business’. Marley’s ghostSAMPLE ANSWERS
Question: In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet talks with her daughter about the prospect of marriage. Read from ‘Marry, that “marry” is the very theme/I came to talk of.’ (I.3) to ‘Go, girl, seek happy nights to happy days.’ (I.3) Starting with this extract write about how Shakespeare presents parents and children. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Historical background. Jane Eyre is an advocate for her sex at a time when women’s talents, skills and independence were far from being valued. Charlotte Brontë was well aware of women’s subservient position in Victorian society and of the difficulties that were faced by a woman who wanted or had to make her way in the world. CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
CHARACTERISATION MERRIMAN THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Characterisation Merriman. Merriman is Jack's butler in the country, and is therefore the rural equivalent of Lane in Act I.He has less to do than Lane, though he is present during Gwendolen and Cecily's tea-party, and his presence, along with that of other servants, puts a brake on their hostilities. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CHARACTERS OFWARREN (JANINE): A VICTIM OF THE SYSTEM THE Ofwarren (Janine): a victim of the system. Ofwarren/Janine is a female victim in both her lives: before Gilead when she worked as a waitress and was raped by a gang of thugs, then as a Handmaid. At the Rachel and Leah Centre she is presented as a pathetic figure, on the edge of nervous collapse, and consequently one of Aunt Lydia’s pets. A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on A View from the Bridge Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide you further. ANIMAL FARM (GRADES 9–1) REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on Animal Farm (Grades 9–1) Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide youfurther.
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2 Time passing. • The final sentence of The Great Gatsby addresses the passage of time as a central theme of the novel. • Time passing is represented in several ways in this novel, including references to history, personal recollection, physical aging and finding ways to pass the time. • Jay Gatsby’s inability to accept the consequences STRUCTURE AND NARRATIVE THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Structure and narrative. Dorian Gray was Wilde’s first lengthy prose narrative, and he did not find it easy.After the Lippincott’s version he wrote of feeling tired and dissatisfied: ‘I am afraid it is rather like my own life – all conversation and no action’ (Ellmann, p. 296). The 1891 version allowed him to incorporate the James Vane revenge plot and develop the social comedy. THEMES POLITICS AND POWER HAMLET: AS & A2 Politics and power. The plot of Hamlet is set in motion by Claudius's murderous ambition to supplant his brother, the King. It ends with his replacement by Young Fortinbras, the Norwegian prince, as King. All political power in Denmark is concentrated on the throne. Although Denmark is an elective monarchy, in the play we see Claudius nominate IMAGERY BLACK AND WHITE OTHELLO: ADVANCED Imagery Black and white re_bekka/Shutterstock.com. References to black and white are important. There are also images of light and darkness, heaven and hell (see Critical Approaches: Imagery, 'Hell and the devil').Clearly these images are all related to the central paradox in the play; Othello, who is 'far more fair than black' (I.3.291) is the virtuous, noble man, while his white ensign HISTORICAL BACKGROUND JANE EYRE: ADVANCED Historical background. Jane Eyre is an advocate for her sex at a time when women’s talents, skills and independence were far from being valued. Charlotte Brontë was well aware of women’s subservient position in Victorian society and of the difficulties that were faced by a woman who wanted or had to make her way in the world. CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES EARLY CRITICAL VIEWS THE PICTURE OF Critical perspectives Early critical views. The most heated arguments over the Lippincott’s version of Dorian Gray took place in three periodicals. The St James’s Gazette review, of 20 June 1890, although published anonymously, was by Samuel Lord Henry Jeyes (1857–1932), an opponent of The Yellow Book and its contributors (see Background: Literary background, 'The English Aesthetics'). THEMES UNIFORM THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL The Republic of Gilead tries to erase identity in other ways. The rigid hierarchy eliminates the individual – all are in uniform, colour-coded to indicate their status or role. Offred and Ofglen are indistinguishable in their Handmaid clothing, just as the Commander wears black. Nick’s only claim to an identity beyond his role aschauffeur
THE LADY OF THE HOUSE OF LOVE A VICTIM OF IMMORTALITY THE The Lady of the House of Love Analysis A victim of immortality. The abandoned village is a place of ghosts, shadows and distant sobbing, and has 'a sense of unease' (p. 107). But Carter balances the vindictiveness of her criminal monsters with hints that they cannothelp themselves.
YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Three key ways to explore power and status in An Inspector Calls. By Renée Stanton. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn, practise and test your knowledge of the text. Find out more. A LEVEL - ADVANCED STUDY GUIDES - YORK NOTES York Notes Advanced Advanced Study Guides for A Level English. York Notes Advanced will introduce you to a sophisticated analysis of the text, and provide an essential foundation for developing your ownideas and analysis.
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The comedy in this scene – Helmer’s pomposity is at its height and his behaviour is very childish – is a powerful counterpoint to the action itself. When finally alone to consider what Krogstad’s dismissal will mean, Nora becomes desperate. WHAT language techniquesdoes it employ?
THEMES UNIFORM THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL The Republic of Gilead tries to erase identity in other ways. The rigid hierarchy eliminates the individual – all are in uniform, colour-coded to indicate their status or role. Offred and Ofglen are indistinguishable in their Handmaid clothing, just as the Commander wears black. Nick’s only claim to an identity beyond his role aschauffeur
THE HANDMAID’S TALE: A SNAPSHOT A NIGHTMARISH VISION OF The Handmaid’s Tale (1985) presents the reader with a bleak futuristic scenario. Margaret Atwood’s story takes place in the near future in the new American fundamentalist Republic of Gilead. In Atwood’s invented world, democratic institutions have been violently overthrown and replaced by CONTEXTS ROBBIE TURNER’S SOCIAL STATUS ATONEMENT: A LEVEL Contexts Social context Robbie Turner’s social status. The importance of class in Atonement rests on Robbie’s status as a working-class person, and the tension that his social mobility has created. While Jack Tallis has recognised Robbie’s ability and paid for his education, Emily Tallis believes that it was unnecessary and inappropriate to help in this way, wondering if Robbie is merely THEMES JEALOUSY AND DESTRUCTION OTHELLO: A LEVEL Themes Jealousy Jealousy and destruction. Jealousy is a form of tyranny in Othello.It destroys love, honour and nobility in those it afflicts. It makes both male protagonists murderous and violent. It also seems that it is the nature of jealousy not to be satisfied. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
CHAPTER 20 SUMMARY THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Summary. Dorian walks home in a state of turmoil. Arriving home, he blames his youth and beauty for his corruption, and destroys his mirror. Dorian looks for a sign of his ‘good action’ in the portrait, but finds only hypocrisy. Hating the picture as a reproach to his conscience and evidence of the murder, he stabs it. YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Three key ways to explore power and status in An Inspector Calls. By Renée Stanton. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn, practise and test your knowledge of the text. Find out more. A LEVEL - ADVANCED STUDY GUIDES - YORK NOTES York Notes Advanced Advanced Study Guides for A Level English. York Notes Advanced will introduce you to a sophisticated analysis of the text, and provide an essential foundation for developing your ownideas and analysis.
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The comedy in this scene – Helmer’s pomposity is at its height and his behaviour is very childish – is a powerful counterpoint to the action itself. When finally alone to consider what Krogstad’s dismissal will mean, Nora becomes desperate. WHAT language techniquesdoes it employ?
THEMES UNIFORM THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL The Republic of Gilead tries to erase identity in other ways. The rigid hierarchy eliminates the individual – all are in uniform, colour-coded to indicate their status or role. Offred and Ofglen are indistinguishable in their Handmaid clothing, just as the Commander wears black. Nick’s only claim to an identity beyond his role aschauffeur
THE HANDMAID’S TALE: A SNAPSHOT A NIGHTMARISH VISION OF The Handmaid’s Tale (1985) presents the reader with a bleak futuristic scenario. Margaret Atwood’s story takes place in the near future in the new American fundamentalist Republic of Gilead. In Atwood’s invented world, democratic institutions have been violently overthrown and replaced by CONTEXTS ROBBIE TURNER’S SOCIAL STATUS ATONEMENT: A LEVEL Contexts Social context Robbie Turner’s social status. The importance of class in Atonement rests on Robbie’s status as a working-class person, and the tension that his social mobility has created. While Jack Tallis has recognised Robbie’s ability and paid for his education, Emily Tallis believes that it was unnecessary and inappropriate to help in this way, wondering if Robbie is merely THEMES JEALOUSY AND DESTRUCTION OTHELLO: A LEVEL Themes Jealousy Jealousy and destruction. Jealousy is a form of tyranny in Othello.It destroys love, honour and nobility in those it afflicts. It makes both male protagonists murderous and violent. It also seems that it is the nature of jealousy not to be satisfied. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
CHAPTER 20 SUMMARY THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Summary. Dorian walks home in a state of turmoil. Arriving home, he blames his youth and beauty for his corruption, and destroys his mirror. Dorian looks for a sign of his ‘good action’ in the portrait, but finds only hypocrisy. Hating the picture as a reproach to his conscience and evidence of the murder, he stabs it. A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on A View from the Bridge Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide you further. ANIMAL FARM (GRADES 9–1) REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on Animal Farm (Grades 9–1) Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide youfurther.
THEMES POLITICS AND POWER HAMLET: AS & A2 Politics and power. The plot of Hamlet is set in motion by Claudius's murderous ambition to supplant his brother, the King. It ends with his replacement by Young Fortinbras, the Norwegian prince, as King. All political power in Denmark is concentrated on the throne. Although Denmark is an elective monarchy, in the play we see Claudius nominate CRITICAL HISTORY OTHELLO: ADVANCED Critical history. Much of the criticism of Othello has focused on the two male protagonists and their culpability. Unsurprisingly, there are radically different views of Othello and Iago. Although critics have not dealt so thoroughly with Desdemona’s role until more recently, divergent readings of the heroine have also emerged. Race, religion CONTEXTS CYPRUS OTHELLO: A LEVEL Contexts Settings Cyprus. Cyprus is the ‘warlike island’ (II.1.43) under occupation. The conflict and danger of the setting are mirrored in the tragic events that unfold there. Away from the ‘civilisation’ of Venice, Iago’s evil schemes prosper. THEMES ESCAPE INTO MEMORY THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL Themes Imprisonment and imagination Escape into memory. Some of Offred’s memories may be nostalgic – but they are also her chief escape. Alone in her room in the darkness, she says, ‘the night is my time out.Where should I go?’ (p. 47). When her world closes around her like the suffocating walls of a cell, she selects from her memory bank which story she will tell about absent ACT II SCENE 1 SURVEILLANCE HAMLET: AS & A2 Act II Scene 1 Analysis Surveillance Jaroslaw Grudzinski/Shutterstock.com. Denmark's a prison (II.2.234). The episode with Reynaldo is in this scene partly to signal to the audience that some weeks have passed since the end of Act I. Laertes has been in Paris long enough to need more money; the 'notes' (line 1) Polonius gives him may include letters from Ophelia she promised tosend in Act I
CHARACTERS BRIONY THE NURSE ATONEMENT: A LEVEL Briony the nurse. Five years later, the Briony of Part Three has grown up enough to realise what a terrible thing she has done. She is admirably brave in her resolution to do something about it, but as a young adult she is still unsure and immature in many of her actions. During the course of Part Three, Briony is forced to grow up more. She THEMES EMILIA ON MARRIAGE OTHELLO: A LEVEL Key context. In the Renaissance, men expected to command and control their wives. Desdemona submits willingly to Othello’s authority. On her marriage day she says, ‘My heart’s subdued/ Even to the very quality of my lord’ (I.3.251–2). Later she obeys Othello even when he strikes her, saying ‘I will not stay to offend you’ (IV.1.246). ). Desdemona proves that she is a good THEMES THEATRE AND SPECTACLE THE TEMPEST (GRADES 9–1) Themes Theatre and spectacle Jaroslaw Grudzinski/Shutterstock. The Tempest contains many performances:. Ariel is often involved inperformances as he
YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Three key ways to explore power and status in An Inspector Calls. By Renée Stanton. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn, practise and test your knowledge of the text. Find out more. A LEVEL - ADVANCED STUDY GUIDES - YORK NOTES York Notes Advanced Advanced Study Guides for A Level English. York Notes Advanced will introduce you to a sophisticated analysis of the text, and provide an essential foundation for developing your ownideas and analysis.
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The comedy in this scene – Helmer’s pomposity is at its height and his behaviour is very childish – is a powerful counterpoint to the action itself. When finally alone to consider what Krogstad’s dismissal will mean, Nora becomes desperate. WHAT language techniquesdoes it employ?
THEMES UNIFORM THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL The Republic of Gilead tries to erase identity in other ways. The rigid hierarchy eliminates the individual – all are in uniform, colour-coded to indicate their status or role. Offred and Ofglen are indistinguishable in their Handmaid clothing, just as the Commander wears black. Nick’s only claim to an identity beyond his role aschauffeur
THE HANDMAID’S TALE: A SNAPSHOT A NIGHTMARISH VISION OF The Handmaid’s Tale (1985) presents the reader with a bleak futuristic scenario. Margaret Atwood’s story takes place in the near future in the new American fundamentalist Republic of Gilead. In Atwood’s invented world, democratic institutions have been violently overthrown and replaced by CONTEXTS ROBBIE TURNER’S SOCIAL STATUS ATONEMENT: A LEVEL Contexts Social context Robbie Turner’s social status. The importance of class in Atonement rests on Robbie’s status as a working-class person, and the tension that his social mobility has created. While Jack Tallis has recognised Robbie’s ability and paid for his education, Emily Tallis believes that it was unnecessary and inappropriate to help in this way, wondering if Robbie is merely THEMES JEALOUSY AND DESTRUCTION OTHELLO: A LEVEL Themes Jealousy Jealousy and destruction. Jealousy is a form of tyranny in Othello.It destroys love, honour and nobility in those it afflicts. It makes both male protagonists murderous and violent. It also seems that it is the nature of jealousy not to be satisfied. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
CHAPTER 20 SUMMARY THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Summary. Dorian walks home in a state of turmoil. Arriving home, he blames his youth and beauty for his corruption, and destroys his mirror. Dorian looks for a sign of his ‘good action’ in the portrait, but finds only hypocrisy. Hating the picture as a reproach to his conscience and evidence of the murder, he stabs it. YORK NOTES: BESTSELLING ENGLISH LITERATURE REVISION STUDYSIGN INSTUDY GUIDESWORKBOOKSPRACTICE TESTSRAPID REVISION Three key ways to explore power and status in An Inspector Calls. By Renée Stanton. New. York Notes for GCSE Workbooks! (Grades 9-1) Our brand new write in Workbooks for GCSE (Grades 9-1) contain a brilliant range of tasks and exercises - all designed to help you learn, practise and test your knowledge of the text. Find out more. A LEVEL - ADVANCED STUDY GUIDES - YORK NOTES York Notes Advanced Advanced Study Guides for A Level English. York Notes Advanced will introduce you to a sophisticated analysis of the text, and provide an essential foundation for developing your ownideas and analysis.
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The comedy in this scene – Helmer’s pomposity is at its height and his behaviour is very childish – is a powerful counterpoint to the action itself. When finally alone to consider what Krogstad’s dismissal will mean, Nora becomes desperate. WHAT language techniquesdoes it employ?
THEMES UNIFORM THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL The Republic of Gilead tries to erase identity in other ways. The rigid hierarchy eliminates the individual – all are in uniform, colour-coded to indicate their status or role. Offred and Ofglen are indistinguishable in their Handmaid clothing, just as the Commander wears black. Nick’s only claim to an identity beyond his role aschauffeur
THE HANDMAID’S TALE: A SNAPSHOT A NIGHTMARISH VISION OF The Handmaid’s Tale (1985) presents the reader with a bleak futuristic scenario. Margaret Atwood’s story takes place in the near future in the new American fundamentalist Republic of Gilead. In Atwood’s invented world, democratic institutions have been violently overthrown and replaced by CONTEXTS ROBBIE TURNER’S SOCIAL STATUS ATONEMENT: A LEVEL Contexts Social context Robbie Turner’s social status. The importance of class in Atonement rests on Robbie’s status as a working-class person, and the tension that his social mobility has created. While Jack Tallis has recognised Robbie’s ability and paid for his education, Emily Tallis believes that it was unnecessary and inappropriate to help in this way, wondering if Robbie is merely THEMES JEALOUSY AND DESTRUCTION OTHELLO: A LEVEL Themes Jealousy Jealousy and destruction. Jealousy is a form of tyranny in Othello.It destroys love, honour and nobility in those it afflicts. It makes both male protagonists murderous and violent. It also seems that it is the nature of jealousy not to be satisfied. CHAPTER THREE: DR JEKYLL WAS QUITE AT EASE DR HENRY JEKYLL Key character: Dr Henry Jekyll. Jekyll has been mentioned by Enfield in Chapter 1 and Lanyon in Chapter 2, but now we see him for the first time. While Enfield’s account of him was favourable, and Lanyon’s unfavourable, the narrator gives an account that combines both elements: ‘something of a slyish cast perhaps, but every mark of CRITICAL INTERPRETATIONS PSYCHOANALYTIC CRITICISM THE Psychoanalytic criticism. The neurologist Sigmund Freud (1856–1939) developed the discipline of psychoanalysis, which suggests that human behaviour is to a large extent determined by desires and drives of which we are unconscious. He suggested that we may become aware of these desires and drives through indirect means such as dreams orslips
CHAPTER 20 SUMMARY THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Summary. Dorian walks home in a state of turmoil. Arriving home, he blames his youth and beauty for his corruption, and destroys his mirror. Dorian looks for a sign of his ‘good action’ in the portrait, but finds only hypocrisy. Hating the picture as a reproach to his conscience and evidence of the murder, he stabs it. A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on A View from the Bridge Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide you further. ANIMAL FARM (GRADES 9–1) REVISION VIDEO TUTORIALS Watch these videos for expert guidance on planning and writing an essay on Animal Farm (Grades 9–1) Follow the advice of an experienced teacher and discover how to decode questions, plan your response and write top-quality answers. As you listen to the advice, key points and examples are highlighted on screen to guide youfurther.
THEMES POLITICS AND POWER HAMLET: AS & A2 Politics and power. The plot of Hamlet is set in motion by Claudius's murderous ambition to supplant his brother, the King. It ends with his replacement by Young Fortinbras, the Norwegian prince, as King. All political power in Denmark is concentrated on the throne. Although Denmark is an elective monarchy, in the play we see Claudius nominate CRITICAL HISTORY OTHELLO: ADVANCED Critical history. Much of the criticism of Othello has focused on the two male protagonists and their culpability. Unsurprisingly, there are radically different views of Othello and Iago. Although critics have not dealt so thoroughly with Desdemona’s role until more recently, divergent readings of the heroine have also emerged. Race, religion CHARACTERS BRIONY THE NURSE ATONEMENT: A LEVEL Briony the nurse. Five years later, the Briony of Part Three has grown up enough to realise what a terrible thing she has done. She is admirably brave in her resolution to do something about it, but as a young adult she is still unsure and immature in many of her actions. During the course of Part Three, Briony is forced to grow up more. She THEMES ESCAPE INTO MEMORY THE HANDMAID'S TALE: A LEVEL Themes Imprisonment and imagination Escape into memory. Some of Offred’s memories may be nostalgic – but they are also her chief escape. Alone in her room in the darkness, she says, ‘the night is my time out.Where should I go?’ (p. 47). When her world closes around her like the suffocating walls of a cell, she selects from her memory bank which story she will tell about absent ACT II SCENE 1 SURVEILLANCE HAMLET: AS & A2 Act II Scene 1 Analysis Surveillance Jaroslaw Grudzinski/Shutterstock.com. Denmark's a prison (II.2.234). The episode with Reynaldo is in this scene partly to signal to the audience that some weeks have passed since the end of Act I. Laertes has been in Paris long enough to need more money; the 'notes' (line 1) Polonius gives him may include letters from Ophelia she promised tosend in Act I
THEMES THEATRE AND SPECTACLE THE TEMPEST (GRADES 9–1) Themes Theatre and spectacle Jaroslaw Grudzinski/Shutterstock. The Tempest contains many performances:. Ariel is often involved inperformances as he
THEMES EMILIA ON MARRIAGE OTHELLO: A LEVEL Key context. In the Renaissance, men expected to command and control their wives. Desdemona submits willingly to Othello’s authority. On her marriage day she says, ‘My heart’s subdued/ Even to the very quality of my lord’ (I.3.251–2). Later she obeys Othello even when he strikes her, saying ‘I will not stay to offend you’ (IV.1.246). ). Desdemona proves that she is a good CHAPTER 16 COMMENTARY THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY: ADVANCED Chapter 16 Commentary S. M. Beagle/Shutterstock.com. While Dorian’s remark to Basil that 'each of us has Heaven and Hell in him' (p. 125) is probably the closest that the novel comes to articulating a religious conviction, the imagery of this chapter is saturated with biblical phrases and ideas: 'innocent blood' and 'atonement' suggest the Gospels, and crushing a snake underfoot (p. 146) is __ Contact Us __ Register __Sign In
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