English Literature GCSE
use of language
What use of language means in English Literature GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of use of language
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A key feature including imagery, figurative devices and word choice, whose impact on meaning should be explored.
Topics that use use of language
- Unseen poetry (AQA GCSE)
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