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Structuring a paragraph

Use each paragraph to make at least one main point. A paragraph could contain:

  • a link to the focus of the question - try and use the key word or phrase from the question
  • some evidence from the text to support what you think - this will probably include something on language or structure
  • a discussion of the evidence, and links to any other possible evidence

Using a few could help link your ideas:

  • Firstly...
  • On the one hand...
  • On the other hand...
  • Similarly...
  • In contrast...
  • However...
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There are lots of different ways to structure a paragraph when analysing fiction, but don’t be too tied down to one formula. It’s important to vary your structure depending on your ideas and how you choose to link evidence together.

Here are just a few common formulas to be aware of:

PEE point/evidence/explain

PEEL point/evidence/explain/link to point

PEA point/evidence/analysis

SEAL state your point/evidence/analyse/link

WET words/effect/techniques

RATS reader’s response/author’s intention/theme/structure

Think about which ones you find useful. What are the limitations of each approach?