Maths
Chemistry
Biology
English Language
History
Responding to change (a2 only)
Infection and response
Homeostasis and response
Energy transfers (a2 only)
Cell biology
Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments (a-level only)
Biological molecules
Organisation
Substance exchange
Bioenergetics
Genetic information & variation
Inheritance, variation and evolution
Genetics & ecosystems (a2 only)
Ecology
Cells
Show all topics
Britain & the wider world: 1745 -1901
1l the quest for political stability: germany, 1871-1991
The cold war
Inter-war germany
Medieval period: 1066 -1509
2d religious conflict and the church in england, c1529-c1570
2o democracy and nazism: germany, 1918-1945
1f industrialisation and the people: britain, c1783-1885
1c the tudors: england, 1485-1603
2m wars and welfare: britain in transition, 1906-1957
World war two & the holocaust
2n revolution and dictatorship: russia, 1917-1953
2s the making of modern britain, 1951-2007
World war one
Britain: 1509 -1745
Show all topics
English Literature
1 Dec 2025
6,187
26 pages
sahar @sahardesert39
These model answers showcase exemplary English Literature essay writing across different texts, from Shakespeare's Macbeth to modern poetry... Show more
Model answers provide excellent examples of how to structure literary analysis at different grade levels. These essays demonstrate the skills examiners look for—detailed textual analysis, exploration of writers' techniques, and thoughtful personal response to texts.
These answers serve as helpful guides rather than templates to copy. The best responses show genuine engagement with the text, combining close reading with wider insights about themes and contexts.
Remember Understanding what makes these essays effective will help you develop your own analytical writing skills for your exams.
The model answers for Macbeth demonstrate how to analyse Shakespeare's presentation of characters and themes through language and dramatic techniques. The Grade 9 response shows exceptional analysis of Macbeth's journey from brave warrior to violent tyrant.
This top response effectively integrates textual evidence, such as "smoked with bloody execution," to support analysis of how Shakespeare presents violence as initially honourable before becoming corrupting. The essay maintains focus on how Macbeth evolves from acting violently out of loyalty to becoming increasingly paranoid and ruthless.
Lower-graded responses show developing analytical skills but lack the depth of textual exploration and contextual understanding seen in the higher-level work.
Top tip Notice how the best essays constantly link specific quotations back to the overall question rather than simply explaining what happens in the play.
The exemplary Grade 9 response for Dickens' novella explores Scrooge's fears with sophisticated analysis. It connects Scrooge's physical reactions, like his "legs trembled beneath him," to his deeper psychological transformation throughout the story.
This response successfully analyses how Dickens uses Scrooge's journey to deliver a moral message to Victorian readers about selfishness and redemption. The essay skilfully examines how fear functions as both punishment and motivation for change.
The Grade 7 response shows good understanding but lacks the same depth of analysis about Dickens' techniques and intentions. The writer makes relevant points but doesn't fully explore how language creates meaning.
Key insight The highest-achieving essays consider why Dickens wrote the novella, not just what happens in it—they explore his purpose as a social commentator.
The Grade 9 response masterfully analyses Priestley's presentation of Sheila Birling as a character who undergoes significant development. It explores how Priestley uses her transformation to communicate his socialist views about social responsibility.
This essay shows exceptional understanding of dramatic techniques, noting how Sheila's language changes from childish ("Mummy" and "Daddy") to assertive ("don't interfere"), reflecting her growing independence and moral awareness.
Lower-graded responses tend to focus more on plot summary rather than analysing how Priestley deliberately crafts his characters and themes through language and structure to deliver his social message about collective responsibility.
Remember Priestley uses his characters as vehicles for his political ideas—the best essays explore how characterisation serves this purpose rather than simply describing personalities.
The Grade 9 response compares "Ozymandias" and "My Last Duchess" with impressive analytical precision. It identifies shared themes of power, arrogance and control while recognising the distinct approaches of Shelley and Browning.
This essay excels through its analysis of specific techniques—examining how Shelley's "colossal wreck" creates irony that undermines Ozymandias's power, while Browning's controlled rhyming couplets reflect the Duke's obsession with control.
The Grade 7 response comparing "War Photographer" and "Remains" demonstrates good understanding but lacks the same depth of comparative analysis. It identifies shared themes around the trauma of war but doesn't fully explore how the poets use specific techniques to create meaning.
Top tip Strong poetry comparisons maintain focus on the poets' intentions and techniques rather than simply identifying similarities in content.
The highest-achieving responses to unseen poetry demonstrate the ability to quickly identify key techniques and interpret their effects. The Grade 9 response to "The Richest Poor Man in the Valley" immediately recognises the significance of the oxymoron in the title and explores how it establishes the poem's central message about true wealth.
This essay shows sophisticated analysis of language and imagery, such as how the metaphor of a heart "fat with sun" contrasts with the character's outward appearance to suggest internal happiness matters more than external possessions.
For the comparison question, successful responses identify clear points of connection or contrast between poems, focusing specifically on how different techniques create different effects rather than just describing content.
Remember With unseen poetry, it's better to explore fewer points in depth rather than trying to comment on everything superficially.
Our AI Companion is a student-focused AI tool that offers more than just answers. Built on millions of Knowunity resources, it provides relevant information, personalised study plans, quizzes, and content directly in the chat, adapting to your individual learning journey.
You can download the app from Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.
697
Smart Tools NEW
Transform this note into: ✓ 50+ Practice Questions ✓ Interactive Flashcards ✓ Full Mock Exam ✓ Essay Outlines
App Store
Google Play
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
sahar
@sahardesert39
These model answers showcase exemplary English Literature essay writing across different texts, from Shakespeare's Macbeth to modern poetry analysis. The examples demonstrate how to effectively analyse literary techniques, integrate contextual knowledge, and develop thoughtful interpretations of texts at various grade... Show more
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Model answers provide excellent examples of how to structure literary analysis at different grade levels. These essays demonstrate the skills examiners look for—detailed textual analysis, exploration of writers' techniques, and thoughtful personal response to texts.
These answers serve as helpful guides rather than templates to copy. The best responses show genuine engagement with the text, combining close reading with wider insights about themes and contexts.
Remember: Understanding what makes these essays effective will help you develop your own analytical writing skills for your exams.
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
The model answers for Macbeth demonstrate how to analyse Shakespeare's presentation of characters and themes through language and dramatic techniques. The Grade 9 response shows exceptional analysis of Macbeth's journey from brave warrior to violent tyrant.
This top response effectively integrates textual evidence, such as "smoked with bloody execution," to support analysis of how Shakespeare presents violence as initially honourable before becoming corrupting. The essay maintains focus on how Macbeth evolves from acting violently out of loyalty to becoming increasingly paranoid and ruthless.
Lower-graded responses show developing analytical skills but lack the depth of textual exploration and contextual understanding seen in the higher-level work.
Top tip: Notice how the best essays constantly link specific quotations back to the overall question rather than simply explaining what happens in the play.
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
The exemplary Grade 9 response for Dickens' novella explores Scrooge's fears with sophisticated analysis. It connects Scrooge's physical reactions, like his "legs trembled beneath him," to his deeper psychological transformation throughout the story.
This response successfully analyses how Dickens uses Scrooge's journey to deliver a moral message to Victorian readers about selfishness and redemption. The essay skilfully examines how fear functions as both punishment and motivation for change.
The Grade 7 response shows good understanding but lacks the same depth of analysis about Dickens' techniques and intentions. The writer makes relevant points but doesn't fully explore how language creates meaning.
Key insight: The highest-achieving essays consider why Dickens wrote the novella, not just what happens in it—they explore his purpose as a social commentator.
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
The Grade 9 response masterfully analyses Priestley's presentation of Sheila Birling as a character who undergoes significant development. It explores how Priestley uses her transformation to communicate his socialist views about social responsibility.
This essay shows exceptional understanding of dramatic techniques, noting how Sheila's language changes from childish ("Mummy" and "Daddy") to assertive ("don't interfere"), reflecting her growing independence and moral awareness.
Lower-graded responses tend to focus more on plot summary rather than analysing how Priestley deliberately crafts his characters and themes through language and structure to deliver his social message about collective responsibility.
Remember: Priestley uses his characters as vehicles for his political ideas—the best essays explore how characterisation serves this purpose rather than simply describing personalities.
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
The Grade 9 response compares "Ozymandias" and "My Last Duchess" with impressive analytical precision. It identifies shared themes of power, arrogance and control while recognising the distinct approaches of Shelley and Browning.
This essay excels through its analysis of specific techniques—examining how Shelley's "colossal wreck" creates irony that undermines Ozymandias's power, while Browning's controlled rhyming couplets reflect the Duke's obsession with control.
The Grade 7 response comparing "War Photographer" and "Remains" demonstrates good understanding but lacks the same depth of comparative analysis. It identifies shared themes around the trauma of war but doesn't fully explore how the poets use specific techniques to create meaning.
Top tip: Strong poetry comparisons maintain focus on the poets' intentions and techniques rather than simply identifying similarities in content.
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
The highest-achieving responses to unseen poetry demonstrate the ability to quickly identify key techniques and interpret their effects. The Grade 9 response to "The Richest Poor Man in the Valley" immediately recognises the significance of the oxymoron in the title and explores how it establishes the poem's central message about true wealth.
This essay shows sophisticated analysis of language and imagery, such as how the metaphor of a heart "fat with sun" contrasts with the character's outward appearance to suggest internal happiness matters more than external possessions.
For the comparison question, successful responses identify clear points of connection or contrast between poems, focusing specifically on how different techniques create different effects rather than just describing content.
Remember: With unseen poetry, it's better to explore fewer points in depth rather than trying to comment on everything superficially.
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Access to all documents
Improve your grades
Join milions of students
By signing up you accept Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Our AI Companion is a student-focused AI tool that offers more than just answers. Built on millions of Knowunity resources, it provides relevant information, personalised study plans, quizzes, and content directly in the chat, adapting to your individual learning journey.
You can download the app from Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.
697
Smart Tools NEW
Transform this note into: ✓ 50+ Practice Questions ✓ Interactive Flashcards ✓ Full Mock Exam ✓ Essay Outlines
App Store
Google Play
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
Sociology