GCSE: Prose Fiction

12,395 GCSE Prose Fiction essays

• Marked by Teachers essays 147
• Peer Reviewed essays 134

1. 

   How does Steinbeck present the character of Crooks in the novel 'Of Mice and Men'?

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   A very strong essay on the presentation of Crooks and his role in the essay. Points are coherently made and are fully supported with relevant evidence from the text.
   

   • Essay length: 2739 words
   • Submitted: 07/11/2012
   • Marked by teacher: Laura Gater 20/05/2013
   • Awarding body: Not known/Not applicable

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   Pride And Prejudice:Why is the news of the elopement of Lydia and Wickham in Chapter 46 such an important moment and how does it affect what follows in the novel?

   5 star(s)

   This is an excellent essay indeed, with very few faults. The analysis is conducted with precision and close referencing from the text. Quotations are aptly chosen and integrated smoothly into…

   • Essay length: 2551 words
   • Submitted: 17/09/2012
   • Marked by teacher: Jeff Taylor 13/08/2013
   • Awarding body: OCR (for GCSEs)

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   Conflict is often shown throughout the novella of 'Of Mice and Men'. Usually, it is a result of the strain that the Great Depression placed on the people who lived through it.

   5 star(s)

   This is an extremely well-structured and sophisticated response which examines thoroughly the theme of conflict. The points made are relevant and supported by apt examples and quotations. The…

   • Essay length: 1265 words
   • Submitted: 13/07/2012
   • Marked by teacher: Stephen Evans 20/03/2013

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   How does Susan Hill use Gothic techniques to create tension and horror in the chapter In the Nursery in The Woman in Black?

   5 star(s)

   This is a very strong essay that addresses all of the relevant elements needed to create a successful analytical essay. A full and deep understanding of the novel and the…

   • Essay length: 2384 words
   • Submitted: 05/03/2012
   • Marked by teacher: Laura Gater 20/08/2013

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   To Kill a Mocking Bird. In this essay, I will explore the ways in which family relationships are presented, specifically within the Cunningham, the Radley and Ewell families and will refer to the language devices and techniques used to explore theses rela

   5 star(s)

   An excellent essay in many ways most noticeably in the mature and reflective analysis throughout.
   The essay is fluently written with a wide vocabulary and uses quotes consistently.
   However…

   • Essay length: 2546 words
   • Submitted: 11/03/2011
   • Marked by teacher: Katie Dixon 01/03/2012

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   Fear of the Unknown- Lord of the Flies

   5 star(s)

   This is an excellent essay in many ways. It shows an intelligent and perceptive response to the question and the writer clearly understands and is able to analyse the more…

   • Essay length: 1708 words
   • Submitted: 19/05/2010
   • Marked by teacher: Katie Dixon 02/03/2012

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   stand by me

   5 star(s)

   This is a very good analysis of a production and shows an excellent knowledge of techniques used by production teams and directors when developing a film.
   There is specific reference…

   • Essay length: 1346 words
   • Submitted: 14/07/2009
   • Marked by teacher: Laura Gater 13/05/2013

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   How does Bram stoker manipulate audience response to Jonathan Harker and Dracula in his entopic novel?

   5 star(s)

   This is an excellent essay. Clearly structured and showing real perception and insight.
   It constantly refers to the question and remains focused.
   Some very good use of quotes to support…

   • Essay length: 2315 words
   • Submitted: 08/12/2008
   • Marked by teacher: Katie Dixon 04/03/2013

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   In this essay I will be exploring Jem and Scout's journey to maturity throughout the novel; To Kill a Mockingbird

   5 star(s)

   This is an excellent answer to a potentially difficult question.
   Thoughtful and perceptive discussion remains focused on the question throughout. Quotes are well selected and language is analysed accurately.…

   • Essay length: 2483 words
   • Submitted: 06/02/2007
   • Marked by teacher: Katie Dixon 29/04/2012

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    Discuss Harper Lee's portrayal of the black community in To Kill A Mockingbird

    5 star(s)

    This is an excellent essay. It remains focused on the question throughout and uses appropriate and well selected quotes to support statements. Shows a knowledge and understanding of the novel…

    • Essay length: 2199 words
    • Submitted: 30/01/2007
    • Marked by teacher: Katie Dixon 29/04/2012

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