Starter quiz
- What is the definition of a dramatic monologue?
- a short poem with multiple speakers
- an extended speech from an individual character ✓
- a dialogue between two characters
- a narrative poem without any speech
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- What are correlative conjunctions used for in writing?
- to join two similar or contrasting ideas ✓
- to express strong emotions
- to exaggerate descriptions
- to create dialogue
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- Which pair of correlative conjunctions would correctly complete this sentence: "__________ Mew __________ Browning use dramatic monologue in their poems."?
- Either ...or
- Both ...and ✓
- Neither ...nor
- Whether ...or
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- Arguably, what role does natural imagery play in 'The Farmer’s Bride'?
- It emphasises the bride's beauty.
- It illustrates the bride's vulnerability. ✓
- It describes the farmer's wealth.
- It shows the couple's happiness.
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- Which term describes subtle distinctions or variations within a broader concept?
- nuanced ✓
- hyperbolic
- alluded
- symbolic
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- What is being described here: 'The use of symbols to represent ideas, emotions, or themes beyond their literal meaning.'?
- 'Symbolism' ✓
Exit quiz
- What form of poetry is characterised by 'an extended speech from an individual character'?
- 'Dramatic Monologue' ✓
- Which of the following conjunctions can be used to link similar ideas?
- However
- Neither ...nor
- Similarly ✓
- In contrast
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- Why is using tentative language beneficial in our analysis?
- it simplifies the argument
- it eliminates ambiguity
- it acknowledges that multiple interpretations are possible ✓
- it makes the argument sound stronger
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- Which correlative conjunction would best fit this sentence: "__________ Browning __________ Mew describe dysfunctional relationships in their poetry."?
- Both ...and ✓
- Either ...or
- Neither ...nor
- Whether ...or
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- How could Andeep add more nuance to this connection: "Both 'Porphyria's Lover' and 'The Farmer's Bride' explore toxic forms of male control."?
- by explaining how male control is exerted differently in each poem ✓
- by including more poems in the comparison
- by simplifying the language used
- by focusing only on one poem
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- How does the use of a dramatic monologue enhance the portrayal of the narrators in both 'Porphyria's Lover' and 'The Farmer's Bride'?
- it creates a neutral perspective
- it allows the narrators to control the narrative ✓
- it shifts the focus to the community's viewpoint
- it diminishes the narrators' influence
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Key learning points
- Using correlative conjunctions allows for nuanced topic sentences that link ideas.
- Effective introductions explore a smaller variation in a wider similarity.
- Tentative language should be used to explore multiple interpretations.
- Using the active voice helps create clarity in our sentences.
Common misconception
Comparative responses are just a list of similarities and differences.
While identifying similarities and differences is essential, your comparative response should also articulate a clear argument that ties these observations together.
Keywords
Correlative conjunctions - words used to link similar or contrasting ideas in analysis, such as 'both ...and ...', 'neither ...nor ...'
Dramatic monologue - a form of poetry written as an extended speech from an individual character
Symbolism - the use of symbols to represent ideas, emotions or themes beyond their literal meaning
Nuanced - subtle distinctions or variations within a broader concept or idea
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