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Songs of Innocence – William Blake
William Blake (1757–1827) was an English poet, painter, and printmaker, renowned for his visionary and symbolic works that challenged the cultural and political norms of his time. Often considered one of the most important figures of the Romantic era, Blake’s work combined a unique blend of religious mysticism, social critique, and artistic innovation. He was […] More
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Lord of the Flies – William Golding
Lord of the Flies is a novel written by William Golding, first published in 1954. It tells the story of a group of British boys stranded on a deserted island and their descent into savagery as they try to govern themselves without the influence of adults. The novel explores themes of civilization versus savagery, the […] More
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All My Sons – Arthur Miller
All My Sons by Arthur Miller is a tragic play about moral responsibility, guilt, and the impact of personal choices. The story centers on Joe Keller, a businessman who sold faulty airplane parts to the military during World War II, leading to the deaths of 21 pilots. His decision not only caused these deaths but […] More
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The Handmaid’s Tale – Margaret Atwood
“The Handmaid’s Tale” is a dystopian novel written by Margaret Atwood, first published in 1985. The narrative is set in the near-future Republic of Gilead, a totalitarian regime that has overthrown the United States government. The story is narrated by Offred, a Handmaid whose sole purpose is to bear children for the ruling elite due […] More
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Rattrap
Summary “The Rattrap” by Selma Lagerlöf is a story that revolves around a poor peddler who roams around selling rattraps. He leads a life of poverty and loneliness, and his view of the world becomes cynical. He believes that the world is nothing but a giant rattrap meant to trap people with its temptations. The […] More
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IELTS Home
What is IELTS? The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a standardized test designed to assess the English language proficiency of non-native speakers. It is widely recognized by educational institutions, employers, immigration authorities, and professional bodies around the world. The test evaluates four key language skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. IELTS Academic IELTS […] More
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Persepolis – Marjane Satrapi
Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi is an autobiographical graphic novel that explores the author’s childhood and early adulthood during and after the Iranian Revolution of 1979. The novel is divided into two parts: Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood and Persepolis: The Story of a Return. It provides a powerful personal and political perspective on life […] More
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OET Case Notes 01
Occupational English Test Instructions: You have 45 minutes to write this letter. During the first 5 minutes, you should not pick the pencil. Start writing only when you are told. During the Reading Time, try to understand the case notes. Melons Steps Mark (M) PPRRAADDDDDWK. Eliminate (E) irrelevant information. Launch (L) the letter with DADR. […] More
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IBDP English A – Blogs and Web Pages
Overview Blogs and web pages are forms of digital writing that serve various purposes, from personal expression to information dissemination and marketing. They can vary widely in tone, style, and content, making them rich texts for analysis. When analyzing blogs and web pages, it’s important to consider the context, audience, purpose, and the specific features […] More
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IELTS Reading
Here are the guidelines for the IELTS Academic Reading test: Test Overview Duration: 60 minutes Sections: 3 sections, each with a different passage Total Questions: 40 questions Question Types: Multiple choice, matching information, matching headings, matching features, matching sentence endings, sentence completion, summary/note/table/flow-chart completion, diagram label completion, short-answer questions. Passage Details Passage 1: This is […] More