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Knowing how to analyse a poem is only half the battle — you also need to know how to write about it under exam conditions. This lesson teaches you the PEAL paragraph structure, how to embed quotations, how to structure a full response, and what the examiner is looking for at each grade boundary.
PEAL is a framework for writing analytical paragraphs. Every paragraph in your response should follow this pattern:
| Letter | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| P | Point | Make a clear analytical point about the poem |
| E | Evidence | Provide a short, embedded quotation |
| A | Analysis | Analyse the language, form, or structure — explore connotations, techniques, and effects |
| L | Link | Link back to the question, to the poem's themes, or to the wider argument |
Question: "How does the poet present the speaker's feelings about their childhood home?"
Poem excerpt:
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