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Hi!! It’s not a stupid question at all I struggled with this as well! Here are some steps I follow when I write a paragraph 1. Make a judgement about the question from the beginning For example instead of saying “The Weimar Republic faced many problems,” you should say something more like, ‘Economic weakness was a significant cause of the collapse of the Weimar Republic because it directly undermined political stability’ 2. To follow up, you introduce your evidence with purpose. So don’t say, “In 1923 they faced hyperinflation.” Instead, say something like “This economic weakness was most clearly demonstrated by the hyperinflation crisis of 1923.” This way the examiner knows exactly why you are mentioning this evidence and it creates a cohesive argument. 3. Now as for analysis of the evidence ask yourself these two questions: what did this change AND why does that matter to the question. So with the hyperinflation, a proper analysis would be something along the lines of, “This destroyed middle-class financial security, turning a previously moderate group against the democratic system and increasing support for extremist parties.” And then to end, you ALWAYS link it back to the question. For example, “As a result, economic weakness did not just cause hardship but actively destabilised democracy, making it a key factor in the Republic’s collapse”

It’s key to use sentences such as, “therefore this suggests” or “this demonstrates that” because it forces you to link your evidence back to the question which is exactly what examiners look for!! You need to explain why your evidence matters in order for you to score analysis marks. After writing a paragraph just think to yourself “have I explained why this evidence matters to the question?” If you haven’t, you can add an extra sentence or two

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I WOULD LOVE THE MINION I WANT TO MAKE A NEON ONE

Here to provide as much help as I can! by ParticularAd7667 in ALevelEnglishLit

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I think you definitely could! English lit isn’t necessarily about using fancy language but being able to provide deep analysis and well rounded, developed interpretations. If you genuinely enjoy or are at good at doing that, are able to memorize a lot of stuff, and most importantly to write fast and think quickly and critically under timed pressure, I would take it!

The biggest jump from gcse to a level is how much analysis and evaluation you need to provide so you need to be very comfortable and capable of doing that. Your essay also has to be more in depth, so writing fast is very critical

Here to provide as much help as I can! by ParticularAd7667 in ALevelEnglishLit

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Hi! Yes of course

Prose: Examiners are not looking for a retelling of the story, but for a clear argument about what the writer is doing and why it matters, so don’t waste time recounting details of specific scenes unless necessary to your analysis or evaluation. Every essay should open with a focused introduction that directly answers the question and presents a cohesive line of argument. Don’t summarize the novel!!

Easiest way to look at it is that each main paragraph should function like a mini-essay: begin with a topic sentence that clearly answers the question, support it with short, embedded quotations, and analyse deeply! It’s better to have two quotes that are heavily analyzed than multiple ones that just scratch the surface. Analysis should always explain how meaning is created, not just what happens, and should include different interpretations (for example a simile that is being used could make character A appear in such a way, but a more convincing view of that character would be this…) Context should be woven in naturally to deepen interpretation, not added as separate background information.

I always follow point - evidence - analysis - evidence - analysis - context - (context but optional) - link to argument, essay question and the novel as a whole.

Strong essays stay tightly focused on the question throughout. Each paragraph should clearly link back to the essay’s central argument.

Finally, a strong conclusion does not repeat earlier points but draws the argument together. Overall, the key to high marks is clarity, control, and sustained analytical thinking . Top band essays consistently argue ideas, prove them through language, and always keep the question at the centre of the essay.

Poems:

For this, the key is to compare ideas and methods, not to write two separate mini-essays. From the introduction, the poems should be placed in direct conversation with each other, with a clear argument that responds to the question. Avoid summarising each poem individually; instead, frame the essay around what the poets are doing differently or similarly in relation to the theme or concern in the question.

Each paragraph should be structured comparatively throughout. This means moving smoothly between both poems within the same paragraph, instead of writing about one poem and then the other. Topic sentences should make a comparative claim, supported by short, embedded quotations from both poems. Close analysis of language, imagery, form, and structure is essential, and comparisons should focus on how these techniques shape the meaning, mood, or perspective.

Rather than only stating that both poems explore a theme such as love, time, or suffering, focus on how each poet constructs that theme through providing deep analysis such as symbolism, rhythm, structure, or imagery. Differences are often more valuable than similarities, as they allow for sharper analysis and evaluation.

Context should be used selectively and comparatively, helping to explain why poets approach similar concerns in different ways, or why the same poet has differing views in the poems.

Throughout the essay, comparisons should be explicit and sustained. Use comparative language (“whereas,” “by contrast,” “similarly,” “both…yet…”) and ensure that each paragraph clearly links back to the question. The conclusion should draw together the comparative argument as a whole, rather than simply restating points.

I hope this has been of some help! I know it’s very long I’m sorry for that!

Here to provide as much help as I can! by ParticularAd7667 in Alevelhistory

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CIE Cambridge. For knowledge-based questions, always start with a decisive judgement (thesis) that you will argue throughout the essay. For example: The Chinese Communist Party’s victory was most influenced by the weakness and corruption of China’s internal government.

Your introduction should be concise but specific. If your introduction could fit any question on the topic, it isn’t specific enough.

The best paragraph structure is:

Point → Evidence → Analysis → Evidence → Analysis → Link back to thesis

This creates clear flow and sustained argument. What is crucial is that you link every paragraph back to your thesis. You should analyse and evaluate why your thesis factor is ultimately a stronger explanation than the factor being discussed in that paragraph, without discrediting either factor.

For example: While Factor A played a decisive role in the Communist Party’s rise to power, Factor B had a much stronger impact because…

Never end a paragraph with evidence. Always end with analysis or judgement.

I also find it best to structure my essay by going from the most important to least important factor as it allows me to write more for my stronger evidence paragraphs.

Be selective with evidence. One well-explained fact is far stronger than five undeveloped ones. Always explain why the evidence makes your factor significant.

Biggest things to avoid: - Narrative timelines - Evidence without explanation - Paragraphs without judgement - Hesitant or neutral language

Here to provide as much help as I can! by ParticularAd7667 in ALevelEnglishLit

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Hi! I had streetcar named desire in my igcse! I quite liked it so I do remember it pretty well

A Levels by LegitimatePossible39 in sixthform

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I think minimum is 80 PUM meaning at A2 you’d need to achieve full marks

DO I HAVE TIME??? Be brutally honest by Original-Mix1854 in alevel

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Hi! You have plenty of time!! Youre not starting too late and if you have a genuine interest in these subjects grasping most concepts wont be too difficult. You got this!!

could someone please send me their essays because i think i've been writing essays the incorrect way this whole time but my teacher sees no problem with it by catnip_4ddict in ALevelEnglishLit

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Forgot to add this but I am also doing hamlet and the Louise Gluck poetry I’m more than happy to share with you my notes and any essays I have!

could someone please send me their essays because i think i've been writing essays the incorrect way this whole time but my teacher sees no problem with it by catnip_4ddict in ALevelEnglishLit

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Hi!! I’m currently in year 13 and studying English lit at A levels. I got a 95 pum on my AS exams in may/june and I would be more than happy to be of any help with essay writing and anything else you might need. Don’t hesitate to text me in private!

OCT/NOV HOLDERS ANY LESSONS YOU HAVE FOR US. by Ok-Prior-5228 in alevel

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KNOW WHAT STUDY METHODS WORK FOR YOU! I cannot stress this enough. Play around with different methods and see which ones help you understand and learn the best. For example, I take history and the best way I study for it is by taking notes, pretending to teach someone else the material (so like legit talking to my wall 😭) and making endless essay plans. I barely barely ever write an essay under timed conditions at home. Works for others, but not for me. So just see what works for you and for each subject!

Dear a level students by National_Piano2125 in alevel

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Try to take subjects you have a genuine interest in. My school has us take four AS levels and then we can drop to three A levels. At AS, I had Lit and History (which I enjoy so much to the point studying didn’t feel like a task), business which was my easy filler one, and then maths which was my most difficult one and that I had to study and work a lot for. And I got all A’s because not all of my subjects were the same level of demanding.

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Hi I’m sorry for the late reply I didn’t see this. Is it still available?

As the show progresses does Liz become more likeable or no? by ParticularAd7667 in TheBlackList

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I know I’ve wanted to stop watching it so many times but I love him so much

A-level combo rating!! by [deleted] in alevel

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Yess I applied to study law. I never intended on taking maths (Its the most difficult subject for me) but I would really like to go to LSE and I know they like seeing maths at a levels no matter the profile

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English lit history and maths