‘London’ by William Blake, GCSE poetry. The poem: London by William Blake I wander thro’ each charter’d street, Near where the charter’d Thames does flow. And mark in every face I meet Marks of weakness, marks of woe. In every cry of every Man, In every Infants cry of fear, In every voice: in […]
Inspector Goole quotes
In this article we will look at some of the key quotes for Inspector Goole in the play, ‘An Inspector Calls’ along with explanation and analysis of these quotes. Also you can check out these links for quotes from other characters in the play. Mr Birling quotes, click on this link. Mrs Birling quotes, click […]
English Language Paper 1: How to Smash Question 5 (Creative Writing)
English Language Paper 1: How to Smash Question 5 (Creative Writing) GCSE English Language Paper 1, Question 5 is where students have the chance to shine, show off their creativity, and gain those essential marks that can make the difference between a grade 5 and a grade 9. It’s worth 50% of the marks on […]
How to get a grade 9 for ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ in GCSE English.
Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde” has enthralled readers for over a century with its gripping narrative and profound exploration of human duality. This essay delves into the plot, themes, and characters of this iconic novella, providing GCSE English Literature students with a comprehensive understanding of its key elements. Plot […]
How to get a grade 9 for Frankenstein in GCSE English
Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” is a timeless classic that delves into the realms of science, humanity, and the consequences of playing god. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe, the novel presents a gripping narrative filled with complex characters and thought-provoking themes that continue to resonate with readers today. At its core, “Frankenstein” is a […]
The Chinese language
The Chinese (Mandarin) Language Introduction: The Chinese (Mandarin) language, often referred to simply as Mandarin, is a Sino-Tibetan language spoken by the majority of the Chinese population. It is the official language of the People’s Republic of China, Taiwan, and Singapore. Mandarin is one of the world’s most widely spoken languages and holds significant historical […]
IELTS Test Preparation: 4 Strategies to Improve Your Score.
It’s not easy to prepare for the IELTS test, but there are strategies that can help you improve your score. Whether you need to improve your Reading Comprehension or Writing Skills, we have some tips and tricks to get you started. In this blog post, we will outline 4 strategies that every IELTS student should […]
George Floyd song.
On the English Made Simple Youtube video channel: there is song about African-American victim of police brutality, George Floyd: Here are the lyrics of the song. ‘There used to be a time When love and laughter filled our minds Even though some feared us from a far We only wanted to be […]
8 Effective Ways to Improve Your Vocabulary
Here are some of the most effective ways to improve your English vocabulary. Read books Read online. Watch videos. Try and speak with people. Use the dictionary. Set goals. Use vocabulary books with different topics. Be consistent. 1. Read Books This is one of the best ways to improve your vocabulary and in some ways […]
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