VCE English Blog

Drama differs from other literary genres–it relies more on dialogue and characters than the plot or mere word choice. For those who are analysing plays for the end of year exam, this guide is for you – featuring everything from general tips, dramatic techniques to sample paragraphs.

Written for those who favour examples over general how-to instructions, this blog will dissect a full-marksample essay on Sunset Boulevard—a “show don’t tell” way of helping you getstarted with writing your first practice essay. Featured in this blog are detailed annotations breaking down each part of the essay, advice on how to setyou apart, as well as the exact elements that will impress assessors.

This blog will break down the task, specifically how can develop A+ level interpretations of Bram Stoker’s epistolary classic, Dracula.

‍TLDR: Read me if you want a head start on understanding your 2024 VCE English texts. We’ve compiled text summaries, essential themes and our recommended advice on your study approach for each text type.

The study design is undergoing substantial changes this year, pushing seasoned VCE English tutors, students, and teachers into uncharted territory. Methods and resources that once served us well may no longer hold the same weight. Most impacted by this change are Year 12s who are sitting the VCE English exam in October 2024.

The single most effective method is completing practice exams. And we really mean practice exam after practice exam after practice exam. A high VCE English study score takes real work, not just a special trick up the sleeve.

Year 12 students opt for subject specialists instead of one-stop shops – here's why. 

We hosted 5 lectures in July, exclusively taught by 50-RAW study scorers to share our insights to VCE students across the state. See what our students had to say about our online events.

Ever wonder what a 20/20 Text Response SAC response looks like? Let's unlock those A+'s by dissecting Alice's sample essay.

Passively flicking through sample analysing arguments sample essays will not help you achieve those perfect scores in your SACs. Reverse-engineering a sample essay written by a 50-study-scorer may though!

The argument analysis component of the VCE English Exam is asking you to demonstrate that you can understand what an author is trying to get across, and how they have designed their writing to convince their audience. On a more granular level, each piece of analysis in these kinds of essays needs to examine three things:

Many students are taught ‘there is no right or wrong answer in English’; and to our disappointment, there are indeed unspoken rules that, when abided by, can impress teachers and assessors.

William Liu - one of our most experienced tutors - will be walking you through the VCAA English Northern Hemisphere exam in this online lesson.

Are you struggling with schoolwork, and wondering how you can maximise the amount of work completed within a day? Thankfully, there is now an abundance of apps available to students that can help you increase your productivity.

What if you could read the minds of your exam markers? Assessor’s reports are basically gold mines for improving exam performance. They go through common student mistakes, how to fix them, and what good (and bad) answers look like, which is especially important in a subject like VCE English, where marking is highly subjective.

Oral presentations can be incredibly daunting for students, and most of us are not the biggest fans of public speaking. To help you alleviate your stress in preparing for this SAC, we have created a comprehensive guide on this particular topic which includes some ideas to help you develop your writing, research and presentation skills! An annotated sample response is also attached for your reference.

We at Lindsey's VCE Tutoring are elated to announce our recent achievement - the 7NEWS Young Achiever Award!

The creative task – many students’ relished chance to set aside the rigour of textual analysis in favour of original and imaginative writing. Whether you’re someone for whom creative writing comes naturally, or someone who likes to have a bit of a methodical structure to start you off, this guide will distil the task down to the essentials and equip you with the skills to write a killer Creative!

Getting ready for the VCE English exam in 2023 can seem overwhelming. However, with some focused effort, dedicated time management, and strategic planning, you can make the process much less stressful. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to prepare for the exam and achieve your best score.

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Listening is the very first part of your EAL exam. It consists of two parts and accounts for 20% of the total exam marks. The listening task tests students on their understanding about the appropriate language used for different occasions and different audiences. It features a variety of both formal and informal interactions between friends, colleagues, family members, etc.