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Zoom in/explore connotations Use triplets to do this – it is a really effective way of exploring the small detail and shows a higher level of understanding. E.G. “angel” suggests winged messenger from heaven, great beauty and purity which creates connotations of Juliet as heavenly and delightful. Check you work – do you have triplets for meaning? If not – add them. Use the example to help. Timing Not something I can do a lot about. You will have to work on this one. Do you have a stock phrase to help you get started? If not – think about the wording of the question – Can you start with the author’s name? Can you link to the key idea in the question? Can you make a statement that will help guide you through your answer? Do you spend too much time exploring the extract – be brutal – only use what you think you understand – think about where the extract comes in the play – what does this tell you about the characters and their motives? Spelling – Learn these Shakespeare Celestial Imagery Soliloquy Look cover check Split into syllables Write, write, write till you can’t forget… Use advanced vocabulary to describe the character/ analyse Think about what words you would use to describe characters in advance – E,g – Romeo – naïve, young, reckless, romantic, determined, foolish, arrogant, unwieldy, unrequited, emotional, misguided, impatient, impetuous etc. Do this as an exercise for all the characters. Be more academic in your style Don’t use slang. Do use a tentative style – could, may, might Do use words that show inference – suggests, implies, infers, demonstrates…
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