Unit 19 Cultural life/heritage

This is a practice essay I wrote which was taken from a past paper question comparing the characters of the Novio and Leonardo in Bodas de sangre. I scored an A* (D2) equivalent mark on this essay. The key to doing well on an essay like this is to consider factors which bring the two characters together and also factors which set them apart. In this essay I focus on the fact that Leonardo and the Novio have opposing personalities however they are both linked by the restrictions which society imp...

This is a practice essay I wrote which was taken from a past paper question about women in Bodas de sangre. I scored an A* (D2) equivalent mark on this essay. This essay is a character study and analysis of the Madre, Novia and Mujer in the play. The essay includes quotes and I focus individually on each of the three female protagonists. The essay also has very good examples of what kind of things to focus on in your introduction and conclusion. I would recommend this essay for people trying to ...

A short, sharp summary of what actually happens in the play. Bodas de sangre can be confusing to understand so this summary is perfect for remembering the key events of the play as they happen. This is an ideal starting point for anyone beginning to study Bodas or for people returning back to the play as part of their revision.

A Spanish copy of Bodas de sangre which already has the most important quotes highlighted. This is perfect for students who need to put together a collection of their own quotes as part of their revision. These quotes are very relevant to your own essays and understanding of the play. I hope they should make your essay writing/revision easier and more time efficient.

Detailed revision notes which focuses on the play's most important themes, quotes and characters. Analysis of the qualities of these characters which include quotes relevant to them that you can arrange into your essays. The key quotes are done in chronological order and include all the quotes I think are most important to the play. I have analysed the quotes so you can include these quotes in your own essays and explain the relevance of the quote. I would recommend these notes to anyone studyi...

Concise analytical notes which analyse the major themes in the play - generational conflict, gender roles, physical and emotional isolation, blame, humanity in nature, greed and the exchange of information. Ideal for students planning to answer the exam question about the whole play. I'd recommend making spider diagrams based on these themes which include memorable quotes and the play's most important scenes.