8.5 - Approach to Answering Questions
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Practice Questions
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Define 'textual evidence' in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about how we support answers with references from the text.
What does character analysis involve?
💡 Hint: Remember, it’s more than just describing the character.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the first step in answering questions on narratives?
💡 Hint: Think about breaking down the question into smaller parts.
True or False: Character analysis should only include physical descriptions.
💡 Hint: Consider everything we learn about a character throughout the story.
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Challenge Problems
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Create a detailed plan for answering a question about the transformation of Hari Singh in 'The Thief's Story'.
💡 Hint: Remember to aim for a coherent flow from the problem to the solution.
Critically evaluate how effectively the authors present their themes and moral lessons in 'The Necklace'. Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Consider how character decisions impact the themes conveyed.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Understanding Literary Analysis
- 'Textual Evidence' Explained
- How to Analyze a Character
- Exploring Themes in Literature
- The Importance of Moral Lessons in Literature
- Writing an Essay: The Structure
- Understanding Irony in Literature
- CATS: An Acronym for Analyzing Literature
- Using Quotations
- Explore Literary Devices