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What is an 'unreliable narrator'?
Answer: A narrator whose account may be biased or inaccurate
An unreliable narrator is one whose credibility is compromised, often due to bias, limited knowledge, or mental instability.
In poetry, what is a 'volta'?
Answer: A shift or turn in the poem's argument or mood
A volta is the turning point in a poem where the argument, tone, or perspective shifts, commonly seen in sonnets.
Which of the following best describes 'pathetic fallacy'?
Answer: Giving human feelings to natural elements to reflect the mood
Pathetic fallacy attributes human emotions to nature — for example, a stormy sky reflecting a character's anger.
What is the main purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?
Answer: To introduce the main idea of the paragraph
A topic sentence states the central point of a paragraph, telling the reader what the paragraph will discuss.
In 'An Inspector Calls' by J.B. Priestley, what does the Inspector represent?
Answer: Social conscience and collective responsibility
Inspector Goole acts as a moral voice representing the idea that society shares responsibility for the wellbeing of all its members.
Which punctuation mark is used to introduce a list or an explanation after an independent clause?
Answer: Colon
A colon is used after an independent clause to introduce a list, explanation, or quotation.
What is the effect of using short, simple sentences in a piece of writing?
Answer: They create pace, tension, or emphasis
Short sentences speed up the pace and can create tension or emphasise a key point by standing out from longer surrounding sentences.