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When analyzing literature, you'll need to recognize allegories - stories where characters and events represent abstract ideas, essentially extended metaphors. For example, Animal Farm is an allegory for the Russian Revolution. You'll also encounter allusions, which are references to other works, historical events, or cultural elements that add deeper meaning.
Writers often use anecdotes (brief illustrative stories) and aphorisms (clever statements of wisdom like "You made your bed, now lie in it") to communicate ideas effectively. Look for archetypes - character types or plot patterns that repeat across literature and feel familiar because they tap into shared human experiences.
Characters in stories often experience epiphanies - sudden realizations that change their understanding - or undergo catharsis, an emotional release or cleansing. In many coming-of-age stories, called bildungsroman, the main character matures emotionally through challenges.
Pro Tip When analyzing a text's diction (word choice), pay attention to both connotation (emotional associations of words) and denotation (literal dictionary meaning). This difference can completely change how you interpret a passage!
Irony appears in literature in three main forms verbal (saying one thing but meaning another), dramatic (when readers know something characters don't), and situational . Understanding irony will help you catch deeper meanings that aren't stated directly.
Writers create contrast through juxtaposition (placing unlike things side by side) and oxymorons (combining contradictory terms like "thunderous silence"). These techniques highlight differences and create memorable imagery. Similarly, a paradox presents an apparent contradiction that actually contains truth, like "art is a form of lying in order to tell the truth."
Look for motifs - recurring elements that develop a theme - and techniques like synecdoche (using a part to represent the whole, like "wheels" for "car"). Recognize in media res when a story begins in the middle of action before revealing what happened earlier.
Remember The rhetoric (art of persuasion) in literature isn't accidental! Authors deliberately use these devices to influence how you interpret their work. Identifying them gives you power as a reader to understand the author's intentions.
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All of my English (ELA) notes that I took in 9th grade
EnglishUnlock your potential in Higher English with this comprehensive RUAE Mastery Guide. Covering critical essay structures, persuasive techniques, and effective analysis strategies, this resource is designed to elevate your understanding and performance from D to A. Perfect for mastering visual imagery, tone, and rhetorical strategies, it equips you with the tools needed for success in your exams.
EnglishExplore George Orwell's powerful essay 'A Hanging', which critiques Capital Punishment through vivid imagery and emotional appeal. This analysis delves into the dehumanization of prisoners, the moral implications of execution, and the techniques Orwell employs to evoke sympathy and provoke thought. Ideal for students studying English literature and ethics.
EnglishExplore a comprehensive collection of critical essay questions for Higher English, focusing on poetry, prose, and drama. This resource covers key themes such as literary contrast, character development, and narrative structure, providing students with essential prompts to enhance their analytical skills and deepen their understanding of various texts. Ideal for exam preparation and essay planning.
EnglishNone color coded, Hero types with examples, Points of views, and other vocabulary from English 1 and English 1 Honors
EnglishBackground information on Paul Coelho and his books the Alchemist
EnglishApp Store
Google Play
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
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
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
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
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 app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
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
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
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
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
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 app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
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When analyzing literature, you'll need to recognize allegories - stories where characters and events represent abstract ideas, essentially extended metaphors. For example, Animal Farm is an allegory for the Russian Revolution. You'll also encounter allusions, which are references to other works, historical events, or cultural elements that add deeper meaning.
Writers often use anecdotes (brief illustrative stories) and aphorisms (clever statements of wisdom like "You made your bed, now lie in it") to communicate ideas effectively. Look for archetypes - character types or plot patterns that repeat across literature and feel familiar because they tap into shared human experiences.
Characters in stories often experience epiphanies - sudden realizations that change their understanding - or undergo catharsis, an emotional release or cleansing. In many coming-of-age stories, called bildungsroman, the main character matures emotionally through challenges.
Pro Tip: When analyzing a text's diction (word choice), pay attention to both connotation (emotional associations of words) and denotation (literal dictionary meaning). This difference can completely change how you interpret a passage!
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Irony appears in literature in three main forms: verbal (saying one thing but meaning another), dramatic (when readers know something characters don't), and situational . Understanding irony will help you catch deeper meanings that aren't stated directly.
Writers create contrast through juxtaposition (placing unlike things side by side) and oxymorons (combining contradictory terms like "thunderous silence"). These techniques highlight differences and create memorable imagery. Similarly, a paradox presents an apparent contradiction that actually contains truth, like "art is a form of lying in order to tell the truth."
Look for motifs - recurring elements that develop a theme - and techniques like synecdoche (using a part to represent the whole, like "wheels" for "car"). Recognize in media res when a story begins in the middle of action before revealing what happened earlier.
Remember: The rhetoric (art of persuasion) in literature isn't accidental! Authors deliberately use these devices to influence how you interpret their work. Identifying them gives you power as a reader to understand the author's intentions.
Our AI companion is specifically built for the needs of students. Based on the millions of content pieces we have on the platform we can provide truly meaningful and relevant answers to students. But its not only about answers, the companion is even more about guiding students through their daily learning challenges, with personalised study plans, quizzes or content pieces in the chat and 100% personalisation based on the students skills and developments.
You can download the app in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.
That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.
-9
Smart Tools NEW
Transform this note into: ✓ 50+ Practice Questions ✓ Interactive Flashcards ✓ Full Mock Exam ✓ Essay Outlines
All of my English (ELA) notes that I took in 9th grade
EnglishUnlock your potential in Higher English with this comprehensive RUAE Mastery Guide. Covering critical essay structures, persuasive techniques, and effective analysis strategies, this resource is designed to elevate your understanding and performance from D to A. Perfect for mastering visual imagery, tone, and rhetorical strategies, it equips you with the tools needed for success in your exams.
EnglishExplore George Orwell's powerful essay 'A Hanging', which critiques Capital Punishment through vivid imagery and emotional appeal. This analysis delves into the dehumanization of prisoners, the moral implications of execution, and the techniques Orwell employs to evoke sympathy and provoke thought. Ideal for students studying English literature and ethics.
EnglishExplore a comprehensive collection of critical essay questions for Higher English, focusing on poetry, prose, and drama. This resource covers key themes such as literary contrast, character development, and narrative structure, providing students with essential prompts to enhance their analytical skills and deepen their understanding of various texts. Ideal for exam preparation and essay planning.
EnglishNone color coded, Hero types with examples, Points of views, and other vocabulary from English 1 and English 1 Honors
EnglishBackground information on Paul Coelho and his books the Alchemist
EnglishApp Store
Google Play
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
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
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
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
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 app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
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
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
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
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
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 app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
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