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English Literature
13 Dec 2025
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emily @emilyn_h1noj9jsg
These poems explore how conflict affects individuals and society, from the personal trauma of war to social inequality... Show more
Ever wondered how a simple boat trip could change someone's perspective forever? Wordsworth's autobiographical poem shows exactly that - a spiritual journey where nature becomes a powerful, almost frightening force.
The poem starts peacefully with "led by her" and "silent lake", using gentle personification to show nature as nurturing like a Mother Nature figure. This creates warmth and happiness, making the young Wordsworth feel confident and in control as he rows across the lake.
Everything changes when a "huge peak, black" appears, described with violent language that terrifies the speaker. The repetition emphasises the mountain's size whilst plosives show nature's raw strength. Words like "trembling oars" reveal his vulnerability and fear.
Key Point The poem uses blank verse and one continuous stanza to make readers feel breathless, just like the overwhelmed speaker.
By the end, the experience haunts him - "by day and were a trouble to my dreams" shows lasting psychological impact. Wordsworth's message is clear human power is inferior to the power of nature, and some encounters change us forever.
Imagine being more afraid of freezing weather than enemy bullets - that's the reality Owen exposes about WWI trench warfare. This isn't your typical heroic war poem; it's a brutal truth about soldiers dying from cold rather than combat.
"Our brains ache" immediately puts you in the trenches with the soldiers, using present tense to create urgency. The collective pronoun "we" shows they're unified in suffering, whilst the merciless iced east winds become more deadly than actual warfare.
Owen uses half rhymes throughout, creating an uneasy atmosphere that barely holds together - just like the soldiers themselves. The oxymoron in "black with snow" shows how war has corrupted even nature's purity into something sinister and threatening.
Key Point The cyclical structure ending with "But nothing happens" emphasises war's pointless, endless cycle of suffering.
The anaphora (repetition) of key phrases drives home that war achieves nothing. "All their eyes are ice" shifts to third person, showing the soldiers have died and their unity is gone. Owen's message hits hard war is futile and exposes humanity's powerlessness against both conflict and nature.
What happens when you bottle up your anger instead of talking about it? Blake's deceptively simple poem reveals the dark consequences of suppressing emotions in society.
The poem uses an extended metaphor of cultivating a plant to show how anger grows when hidden. "And it grew both day and night" emphasises the relentless cycle consuming the speaker, whilst biblical allusion to the apple connects to Adam and Eve's fall from grace.
Blake's AABB rhyme scheme creates a childlike, nursery rhyme tone that makes the serious message even more disturbing. The sibilance in "soft deceitful wiles" reveals the sinister secrecy used to nurture this anger, contrasting appearance with reality.
Key Point Blake uses monosyllabic words and alternating metre to create an angry, choppy sound that reinforces the poem's themes.
The ending is chilling - "My foe outstretch'd beneath the tree" uses euphemism to describe the enemy's death. Blake criticises both society and religion for encouraging people to hide their true feelings. His message is clear suppressing anger has negative consequences and creates a corrupted society.
Being a parent isn't always about love and joy - sometimes it's about conflict and compromise. Clarke's honest poem explores the complex reality of mother-daughter relationships from birth to independence.
The poem opens with "I can remember you, child" - that personal, conversational tone makes it instantly relatable. The "hot, white room" of the hospital contrasts the sterile environment with the emotional intensity of childbirth, whilst "tight red rope of love" uses metaphor to show how the umbilical cord represents both connection and conflict.
Clarke uses free verse to create a genuine, spontaneous feel, reflecting the messy reality of family relationships. The bipartite structure (two sections) shows the tonal shift from hopeful past to defeated present, highlighting increasing separation as the child grows up.
Key Point The oxymoron "wild, tender circles" perfectly captures how love and conflict can exist together in family relationships.
The ending with "that old rope/Tightening about my life" shows parenthood as both constricting and connecting. Clarke's message is refreshingly honest parent-child relationships require compromise, and you can love someone whilst finding them frustrating. It's about finding balance between protection and freedom.
Ever thought about how ordinary people end up fighting wars they don't understand? Hardy's working-class soldier reflects on the senseless nature of conflict through simple, relatable language.
The poem starts with "Had he and I but met/By some old ancient inn" - showing how these enemies could have been friends in different circumstances. The colloquial language and first person narrative make this universal; anyone could identify with this common experience.
Hardy uses a cheerful ABAB rhyme scheme and lively meter that deliberately contrasts with the serious subject matter. This reflects how politicians carelessly view war without considering the human cost. The matter-of-fact tone in "I shot at him as he at me" normalises the mindless killing.
Key Point The repetition in "I shot him dead because—/Because he was my foe" shows the soldier's hesitation and realisation he's been manipulated into murder.
The cyclical structure ending back at the bar emphasises war's destructive cycle, whilst "Yes, quaint and curious war is!" uses effective adjectives to show the soldier's growing understanding. Hardy's anti-war message is clear war is futile, senseless and useless, criticising politicians who disregard morality and human life.
What was it like being a woman with no rights in Victorian society? Rossetti's fallen woman tells her story of betrayal and survival in a world that judges women by impossible standards.
The dramatic monologue reveals the speaker's anger beneath a traditional ballad structure. "Why did a great lord find me out" uses repetition to show her confusion about being chosen, whilst the contrast between "great lord" and "cottage-maiden" emphasises the unequal power dynamic.
Rossetti uses powerful similes - "He wore me like a golden knot" and "changed me like a glove" - showing how women were treated as disposable objects. The zoomorphism comparing women to doves and animals reinforces this objectification, whilst "howl" vs "sing" contrasts the speaker's pain with Kate's beauty.
Key Point The oxymoron "my shame, my pride" shows the speaker's conflicted feelings about her son - society sees him as illegitimate, but she loves him fiercely.
The ending is triumphant "My fair-haired son, my shame, my pride" uses possessive pronouns to show her independence from both the lord and society. Rossetti criticises the harsh treatment of 'fallen women' whilst celebrating female strength and maternal love that transcends social judgment.
Why should anyone have to explain their identity to others? Agard's powerful rant challenges society's ignorant use of the term "half-caste" whilst celebrating mixed heritage as something beautiful.
The poem opens with "Excuse me/standing on one leg/I'm half-caste" - the sarcastic tone immediately challenges the racist terminology. "Explain yuself/wha yu mean" uses non-standard English to show pride in his authentic voice and cultural identity.
Agard cleverly uses visual imagery like "when picasso/mix red an green" to show how mixing creates art and beauty. This forces readers to confront their prejudices - if mixing colours creates masterpieces, why should mixing races be seen negatively? The lack of capitals in "england" and "tchaikovsky" emphasises equality.
Key Point The free verse and irregular structure represents rejection of social rules and expectations, whilst the tercet structure shows his complete, whole identity.
The ending shifts to hope "an I will tell yu/de other half of my story" suggests he can educate people to accept his whole identity. Agard's message is defiant and optimistic we are all equally human, and society needs to celebrate rather than question mixed heritage.
Fed up with constantly defending yourself against racist stereotypes? Zephaniah's defiant poem turns the blame back where it belongs - on the racists themselves, not their victims.
The refrain "I am not de problem" runs throughout, showing how exhausting it is to constantly defend your identity. "Of silly playground taunts/An racist stunts" uses sibilance to create harsh, angry tones about racism from childhood to adulthood - this isn't just personal, it's a massive social issue.
The metaphor "Yu put me in a pigeonhole" with direct address forces readers to examine their own stereotyping behaviour. Zephaniah uses non-standard phonetic spelling to refuse conformity, showing pride in his dialect and cultural identity.
Key Point The shift in tone between stanzas moves from positive self-description to more confrontational, highlighting how racism affects people's lives.
The brilliant ending "Sum of me best friends are white" uses humour and sarcasm to mock the typical racist excuse. "Black is not de problem" makes the message crystal clear - racial prejudices and stereotypes are the real problem. Society needs to take accountability and end ignorance, not force individuals to constantly justify their existence.
Why does social class still matter so much in modern Britain? Casey's working-class voice challenges middle-class assumptions and celebrates pride in her background.
The interrogatives "How can you tell what class I'm from?" and "Why do you care?" directly challenge readers to examine their preconceptions about working-class people. The refrain structure shows how tired she is of being constantly judged and having to defend herself.
Casey uses free verse for genuine, argumentative tone whilst rhyming couplets keep it accessible - she's not a professional poet but her voice deserves to be heard. The juxtaposition between "hands stained with toil" and "soft lily-white with perfume and oil" reinforces class divides and contrasts hard work with luxury.
Key Point Casey deliberately uses standard English to subvert working-class stereotypes and show that class doesn't determine intelligence or worth.
"And I'm proud of the class that I come from" ends with a declarative statement full of confidence and pride. The metaphor about "lily-white" suggests upper classes are innocent of hard labour. Casey's message is empowering classes don't define people - judge individuals by character, not background or stereotypes.
What's it like watching your child leave for war, knowing they might never return? Weir's maternal perspective reveals the unconventional victims of conflict - the families left behind.
The dramatic monologue uses second person to address her son directly, but he never replies - implying death and loss. "Spasms of paper red/disrupting a blockade" uses military imagery showing how war disrupts domestic happiness, whilst colour symbolism contrasts home life with battlefield reality.
Free verse reflects the mother's stream of consciousness and lack of control over overwhelming emotions. The cyclical structure is heartbreaking - the son goes from participating in Remembrance Day to being remembered, showing war's cruel irony.
Key Point "Without a winter coat or reinforcements" uses clothing symbolism to show the mother's desperate need to protect her vulnerable son.
The ending "hoping to hear/your playground voice catching on the wind" uses past tense and childhood memories to suggest the son has died. The enjambment emphasises emotional overflow and isolation. Weir's powerful message exposes war's hidden victims - the mothers whose grief reveals the true human cost of conflict.
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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
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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
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These poems explore how conflict affects individuals and society, from the personal trauma of war to social inequality and the power of nature. You'll discover how different poets use language and structure to reveal the psychological impact of struggle and... Show more
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Ever wondered how a simple boat trip could change someone's perspective forever? Wordsworth's autobiographical poem shows exactly that - a spiritual journey where nature becomes a powerful, almost frightening force.
The poem starts peacefully with "led by her" and "silent lake", using gentle personification to show nature as nurturing like a Mother Nature figure. This creates warmth and happiness, making the young Wordsworth feel confident and in control as he rows across the lake.
Everything changes when a "huge peak, black" appears, described with violent language that terrifies the speaker. The repetition emphasises the mountain's size whilst plosives show nature's raw strength. Words like "trembling oars" reveal his vulnerability and fear.
Key Point: The poem uses blank verse and one continuous stanza to make readers feel breathless, just like the overwhelmed speaker.
By the end, the experience haunts him - "by day and were a trouble to my dreams" shows lasting psychological impact. Wordsworth's message is clear: human power is inferior to the power of nature, and some encounters change us forever.
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Imagine being more afraid of freezing weather than enemy bullets - that's the reality Owen exposes about WWI trench warfare. This isn't your typical heroic war poem; it's a brutal truth about soldiers dying from cold rather than combat.
"Our brains ache" immediately puts you in the trenches with the soldiers, using present tense to create urgency. The collective pronoun "we" shows they're unified in suffering, whilst the merciless iced east winds become more deadly than actual warfare.
Owen uses half rhymes throughout, creating an uneasy atmosphere that barely holds together - just like the soldiers themselves. The oxymoron in "black with snow" shows how war has corrupted even nature's purity into something sinister and threatening.
Key Point: The cyclical structure ending with "But nothing happens" emphasises war's pointless, endless cycle of suffering.
The anaphora (repetition) of key phrases drives home that war achieves nothing. "All their eyes are ice" shifts to third person, showing the soldiers have died and their unity is gone. Owen's message hits hard: war is futile and exposes humanity's powerlessness against both conflict and nature.
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What happens when you bottle up your anger instead of talking about it? Blake's deceptively simple poem reveals the dark consequences of suppressing emotions in society.
The poem uses an extended metaphor of cultivating a plant to show how anger grows when hidden. "And it grew both day and night" emphasises the relentless cycle consuming the speaker, whilst biblical allusion to the apple connects to Adam and Eve's fall from grace.
Blake's AABB rhyme scheme creates a childlike, nursery rhyme tone that makes the serious message even more disturbing. The sibilance in "soft deceitful wiles" reveals the sinister secrecy used to nurture this anger, contrasting appearance with reality.
Key Point: Blake uses monosyllabic words and alternating metre to create an angry, choppy sound that reinforces the poem's themes.
The ending is chilling - "My foe outstretch'd beneath the tree" uses euphemism to describe the enemy's death. Blake criticises both society and religion for encouraging people to hide their true feelings. His message is clear: suppressing anger has negative consequences and creates a corrupted society.
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Being a parent isn't always about love and joy - sometimes it's about conflict and compromise. Clarke's honest poem explores the complex reality of mother-daughter relationships from birth to independence.
The poem opens with "I can remember you, child" - that personal, conversational tone makes it instantly relatable. The "hot, white room" of the hospital contrasts the sterile environment with the emotional intensity of childbirth, whilst "tight red rope of love" uses metaphor to show how the umbilical cord represents both connection and conflict.
Clarke uses free verse to create a genuine, spontaneous feel, reflecting the messy reality of family relationships. The bipartite structure (two sections) shows the tonal shift from hopeful past to defeated present, highlighting increasing separation as the child grows up.
Key Point: The oxymoron "wild, tender circles" perfectly captures how love and conflict can exist together in family relationships.
The ending with "that old rope/Tightening about my life" shows parenthood as both constricting and connecting. Clarke's message is refreshingly honest: parent-child relationships require compromise, and you can love someone whilst finding them frustrating. It's about finding balance between protection and freedom.
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Ever thought about how ordinary people end up fighting wars they don't understand? Hardy's working-class soldier reflects on the senseless nature of conflict through simple, relatable language.
The poem starts with "Had he and I but met/By some old ancient inn" - showing how these enemies could have been friends in different circumstances. The colloquial language and first person narrative make this universal; anyone could identify with this common experience.
Hardy uses a cheerful ABAB rhyme scheme and lively meter that deliberately contrasts with the serious subject matter. This reflects how politicians carelessly view war without considering the human cost. The matter-of-fact tone in "I shot at him as he at me" normalises the mindless killing.
Key Point: The repetition in "I shot him dead because—/Because he was my foe" shows the soldier's hesitation and realisation he's been manipulated into murder.
The cyclical structure ending back at the bar emphasises war's destructive cycle, whilst "Yes, quaint and curious war is!" uses effective adjectives to show the soldier's growing understanding. Hardy's anti-war message is clear: war is futile, senseless and useless, criticising politicians who disregard morality and human life.
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What was it like being a woman with no rights in Victorian society? Rossetti's fallen woman tells her story of betrayal and survival in a world that judges women by impossible standards.
The dramatic monologue reveals the speaker's anger beneath a traditional ballad structure. "Why did a great lord find me out" uses repetition to show her confusion about being chosen, whilst the contrast between "great lord" and "cottage-maiden" emphasises the unequal power dynamic.
Rossetti uses powerful similes - "He wore me like a golden knot" and "changed me like a glove" - showing how women were treated as disposable objects. The zoomorphism comparing women to doves and animals reinforces this objectification, whilst "howl" vs "sing" contrasts the speaker's pain with Kate's beauty.
Key Point: The oxymoron "my shame, my pride" shows the speaker's conflicted feelings about her son - society sees him as illegitimate, but she loves him fiercely.
The ending is triumphant: "My fair-haired son, my shame, my pride" uses possessive pronouns to show her independence from both the lord and society. Rossetti criticises the harsh treatment of 'fallen women' whilst celebrating female strength and maternal love that transcends social judgment.
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Why should anyone have to explain their identity to others? Agard's powerful rant challenges society's ignorant use of the term "half-caste" whilst celebrating mixed heritage as something beautiful.
The poem opens with "Excuse me/standing on one leg/I'm half-caste" - the sarcastic tone immediately challenges the racist terminology. "Explain yuself/wha yu mean" uses non-standard English to show pride in his authentic voice and cultural identity.
Agard cleverly uses visual imagery like "when picasso/mix red an green" to show how mixing creates art and beauty. This forces readers to confront their prejudices - if mixing colours creates masterpieces, why should mixing races be seen negatively? The lack of capitals in "england" and "tchaikovsky" emphasises equality.
Key Point: The free verse and irregular structure represents rejection of social rules and expectations, whilst the tercet structure shows his complete, whole identity.
The ending shifts to hope: "an I will tell yu/de other half of my story" suggests he can educate people to accept his whole identity. Agard's message is defiant and optimistic: we are all equally human, and society needs to celebrate rather than question mixed heritage.
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Fed up with constantly defending yourself against racist stereotypes? Zephaniah's defiant poem turns the blame back where it belongs - on the racists themselves, not their victims.
The refrain "I am not de problem" runs throughout, showing how exhausting it is to constantly defend your identity. "Of silly playground taunts/An racist stunts" uses sibilance to create harsh, angry tones about racism from childhood to adulthood - this isn't just personal, it's a massive social issue.
The metaphor "Yu put me in a pigeonhole" with direct address forces readers to examine their own stereotyping behaviour. Zephaniah uses non-standard phonetic spelling to refuse conformity, showing pride in his dialect and cultural identity.
Key Point: The shift in tone between stanzas moves from positive self-description to more confrontational, highlighting how racism affects people's lives.
The brilliant ending "Sum of me best friends are white" uses humour and sarcasm to mock the typical racist excuse. "Black is not de problem" makes the message crystal clear - racial prejudices and stereotypes are the real problem. Society needs to take accountability and end ignorance, not force individuals to constantly justify their existence.
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Why does social class still matter so much in modern Britain? Casey's working-class voice challenges middle-class assumptions and celebrates pride in her background.
The interrogatives "How can you tell what class I'm from?" and "Why do you care?" directly challenge readers to examine their preconceptions about working-class people. The refrain structure shows how tired she is of being constantly judged and having to defend herself.
Casey uses free verse for genuine, argumentative tone whilst rhyming couplets keep it accessible - she's not a professional poet but her voice deserves to be heard. The juxtaposition between "hands stained with toil" and "soft lily-white with perfume and oil" reinforces class divides and contrasts hard work with luxury.
Key Point: Casey deliberately uses standard English to subvert working-class stereotypes and show that class doesn't determine intelligence or worth.
"And I'm proud of the class that I come from" ends with a declarative statement full of confidence and pride. The metaphor about "lily-white" suggests upper classes are innocent of hard labour. Casey's message is empowering: classes don't define people - judge individuals by character, not background or stereotypes.
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What's it like watching your child leave for war, knowing they might never return? Weir's maternal perspective reveals the unconventional victims of conflict - the families left behind.
The dramatic monologue uses second person to address her son directly, but he never replies - implying death and loss. "Spasms of paper red/disrupting a blockade" uses military imagery showing how war disrupts domestic happiness, whilst colour symbolism contrasts home life with battlefield reality.
Free verse reflects the mother's stream of consciousness and lack of control over overwhelming emotions. The cyclical structure is heartbreaking - the son goes from participating in Remembrance Day to being remembered, showing war's cruel irony.
Key Point: "Without a winter coat or reinforcements" uses clothing symbolism to show the mother's desperate need to protect her vulnerable son.
The ending "hoping to hear/your playground voice catching on the wind" uses past tense and childhood memories to suggest the son has died. The enjambment emphasises emotional overflow and isolation. Weir's powerful message exposes war's hidden victims - the mothers whose grief reveals the true human cost of conflict.
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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
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