The 2014 Leaving Cert English Higher Level Paper asked this question:“Larkin is a perceptive observer of the realities of ordinary life in poems that are sometimes illuminated by images of…
2011 HL Paper II Based on a student essay “Claudius can be seen as both a heartless villain and a character with some redeeming qualities in the play, Hamlet”. Discuss…
Contents: Introduction to Leaving Cert single texts Themes Style How to approach the text from the angle of the essay title Sample answer and detailed approach breakdown: a. 2011: “Revenge…
“Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to,” said the Cat. “I don’t…
“Deep-seated attitudes and expectations illustrate the possibility or impossibility of social change in texts”. Discuss, comparing all three of the texts that you have studied for your comparative course. You…
Convince! You are representing Ireland in the final of the World Youth Public Speaking Championships. Write a passionate speech in favour of the motion: “Young people should exert their…
The Tuft of FlowersI went to turn the grass once after oneWho mowed it in the dew before the sun.The dew was gone that made his blade so keenBefore I…
Eavan Boland is on the 2017 and 2018 Higher Level English course. She was born in Dublin in 1944 into the family of a diplomat and a painter. Her father, Frederick…
Leaving Cert English Poetry 2019-2022 Leaving Cert English Syllabus 2019Leaving Cert English Syllabus 2019 Leaving Cert English 2019 Complete Notes and Sample Answers Shakespeare: Macbeth Poets: Bishop Plath…
Leaving Cert grinds are in high demand around exam time. We get a few tweets and emails asking for recommendations, so here are our thoughts. It's interesting to ponder whether…
Durcan communicates rich insights into human experience using language that is both accessible and appealing. Discuss this statement, supporting your answer with reference to the poetry of Paul Durcan on your…
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The Girl With The Keys To Pearse's CottageSubject matter: Ireland, emigration, a love interestImagery: metaphor, precise descriptions, reference to artWhen I was sixteen I met a dark girl;Her dark hair…
Nessa Subject matter: love, falling in love, developing a relationship Imagery: falling in love is like falling into a whirlpool; direct speech; realistic familiar images I met her on…
Paul Durcan's life is useful to know about when discussing his poetry.Unlike most of the poets you are studying, the man is alive! A native of Dartmouth Square, Dublin 4, he…
Literary GenreA film is always going to have a different impact to that of a novel or a play. There are some unique instruments in a director's toolbox that are…
Six Nuns Die in Convent Inferno[Please note that this poem contains criticism of religious organisations. Any views expressed relate to the poem only.]This refers to a real event. In 1986,…
For Leaving Cert 2016 Higher Level English poetry sample answers as well as a comprehensive overview of how to approach poetry essays, check out our brand new download.It is a…
What to expect on the paperAs per your Twitter requests, we have prepared materials on Paul Durcan. We are not in the business of making predictions, but seeing as how…
Get in exam mode with these tips 1. Stay relevant to the question Look back at the question every 5-10 minutes when you are writing. 2. Reference the key terms of the…
This article tries to strip off excess lingo and present the minimum effective set of rules for Leaving Cert English punctuation.Ten percent of the marks in Higher Level English are…
“Yeats uses evocative language to create poetry that includes both personal reflection and public commentary.” Discuss this statement, supporting your answer with reference to both the themes and language found…
This guide is in its second edition, updated in July 2024. Contents Introduction (quick biography and defining features) Detailed analysis of each poem individually The Fish The Bight The Prodigal…
“Plath makes effective use of language to explore her personal experiences of suffering and to provide occasional glimpses of the redemptive power of love.” Discuss this statement, supporting your answer…
The most recent T.S. Eliot question came up on the 2010 Higher Level paper: “The poetry of T.S. Eliot often presents us with troubled characters in a disturbing world.”…
The following question came up on the 2015 Higher Level paper: “It is possible to be both attracted to the idealism and repelled by the corruption evident in The Great…
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A theme or issue question doesn't vary hugely year on year. The angle is slightly different but the fundamentals remain the same. This came up in 2015:Compare this to 2013…
Higher Level English 2015 Paper 2“The friendship between Nick Carraway and Jay Gatsby is fascinating because it is both intimate and complex.” Discuss this view of the friendship between Carraway…
This website is created by people who got 625 points, and it is hard to answer it all on one page. Here are some great tips from folks from different…
After facing years of economic lethargy during the time of economic depression in the 1930s and the following Second World War the US emerged as the most powerful economy in…
In order for you to be able to answer a question on Hamlet it is a must to know the plot. You may also like: Hamlet Sample Answer and Notes:…
This is part of our ongoing Q&A. Send you question in via answer@625points.com, @625points (Twitter and IG) or sc: six25points Hamlet occupies a special place in Shakespeare's work. Talk about the…
2012 HL Paper II Based on a student's essay “Hamlet’s madness, whether genuine or not, adds to the fascination of his character for the audience.” Discuss this statement, supporting your…
“Moments of discovery and a carefully controlled writing style characterised the poetry of Elizabeth Bishop.” Discuss with reference to the poetry of Elizabeth Bishop on your course.Elizabeth Bishop's poetry is more…
2011 Higher Level Paper II “Yeats can be a challenging poet to read, both in terms of style and subject matter.” To what extent do you agree with this statement?…
The Lake Isle of Innisfree I will arise and go now, and go to Innisfree, And a small cabin build there, of clay and wattles made: Nine bean-rows will I…
You need to use precise quotation in your Leaving Cert Poetry essay Choose the lines you like best from the ones in bold. Have four quotations per poem, minimum. More…
Morning SongLove set you going like a fat gold watch.The midwife slapped your footsoles, and your bald cryTook its place among the elements.Our voices echo, magnifying your arrival. New statue.In…
“The general vision and viewpoint of a text can be determined by the success or failure of a central character in his/her efforts to achieve fulfilment.” In the light of the…
“Lear embarks on a harrowing journey through suffering to self-knowledge. At the end of the play he is a better and wiser man". Write your response to this statement supporting…
1. Introduction (a list of what you need to know for your exams) 2. Themes 3. Style 4. Sample answers: a. "In King Lear the villainous characters hold more fascination for…
Based on a student's essayThe portrayal of Hamlet as an outsider allows Shakespeare to critique the values of society.I know not “seems.”Shakespeare succeeds in highlighting the shortcomings in society’s morals…
You may also like: Complete Guide: H1 Leaving Cert English and King Lear: Full Guide for Leaving Cert English CULTURAL CONTEXT Shakespearean works often resonate with existing stories. The Bard adapts a general…
“In King Lear honour and loyalty triumph over brutality and viciousness.” Write your response to this statement supporting your answer with suitable reference to the text. (2010) You may also…
- How to write a strong introduction- How to craft impactful sentences- Common grammar, syntax and style problems- How to stay relevant to the question- Examples from Hamlet, Personal Essays,…
King Lear plot summary. You need to know at least as much as is highlighted in this video before you can write your essay.You may also like:King Lear Sample Answer:…
"Lear is not a particularly likeable character, but the play encourages us to feel profound sympathy for him, and take his side." Discuss with reference to William Shakespeare's "King…
“The vivid imagery throughout King Lear enhances Shakespeare’s characterisation and reveals key themes.” You may also like: Complete Guide: H1 Leaving Cert English and King Lear: Full Guide for Leaving Cert English As…
"Kingship, with all its potential for good or evil, is a major theme in the play, Macbeth."Discuss this view, supporting your answer by quotation from or reference to the play.…
Appearance versus reality is a major theme in “Macbeth”. Discuss this statement with reference to the play.Another sample essay hereThis is a H1 essay. You may also like: Full Notes on Macbeth (€)(Some…
Sive is set in Ireland. It is a story of a young girl forced by her family to marry an older man for their financial benefit. It is a standalone…
Sylvia Plath’s poetry is full of her deep doubts and fears which she reveals with startling honesty. Discuss this statement, supporting your answer with reference to both the themes and…
The following question came up on the 2007 Higher Level paper: The poetry of T. S. Eliot – a personal journey. Write a personal response to the poems by T.…
Elizabeth Bishop's poetry is deceptively straightforward and you will have to really try in order to stand out. So here is some material. Elizabeth Bishop, just like Sylvia Plath, has…
SHAKESPEARE'S MACBETH INVITES US TO LOOK INTO THE WORLD OF A MAN DRIVEN ON BY RUTHLESS AMBITION AND TORTURED BY REGRET.You may also like: Full Notes on Macbeth (€)The essay title…
ESSENTIALLY THE PLAY MACBETH IS ABOUT POWER, ITS USE AND ABUSE.You may also like: Full Notes on Macbeth (€)This was my actual LC essay title. The other essay title was on…
The language of the play “Macbeth” contributes to the creating of the atmosphere of evil and violence which pervades the play.Discuss this statement with reference to the play.Click here for…
The language of the play “Macbeth” contributes to the creating of the atmosphere of evil and violence which pervades the play. Discuss this statement with reference to the play. Essay…
Suffering and a vivid imagination are evident in the poetry of Sylvia Plath. Click here for another sample essay for Plath I strongly agree with this statement Plath is a magnificent,…
"Yeats can certainly be called a great Irish poet". Discuss this statement, supporting your answer with reference to both the themes and language found in the poetry of W. B.…
READING THE POETRY OF SYLVIA PLATH CAN BE A DISTURBING EXPERIENCE. Click here to view all Sylvia Plath content Introduction I agree with the above statement as for me reading…
ROBERT FROST'S POETRY APPEALS TO A YOUNG AUDIENCE.IntroductionAs a young person, I feel suitably qualified to address this question. Frost's poetry contains much which would appeal to a young audience.…