English Flashcards

The Nextutor English flashcard library has 4 decks and 60 cards across 4 topics for GCSE, including Language Analysis — Reading Techniques, Descriptive and Narrative Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation and more.

  • 4 decks
  • 60 cards
  • 4 topics
  • Updated April 2026

Sample English flashcards

GCSE · Language Analysis — Reading Techniques

What is language analysis?

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The process of examining and interpreting the language used in a text.

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GCSE · Descriptive and Narrative Writing

What is descriptive writing?

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Writing that uses vivid details to describe a person, place or thing.

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GCSE · Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation

What is a simile?

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A comparison using like or as.

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GCSE · Persuasive Writing and Rhetoric

What is persuasive writing?

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Writing that aims to convince the reader of a point of view.

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Which English topics do the flashcards cover?

The library currently covers 4 topics: Language Analysis — Reading Techniques; Descriptive and Narrative Writing; Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation; Persuasive Writing and Rhetoric. New decks are added over time.

Which exam boards are the English flashcards for?

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How many English flashcards are there?

There are 4 decks with 60 cards in total. Each card has a question on the front and the answer on the back.

Can I make my own AI English flashcards?

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Should I use flashcards or a English tutor?

Flashcards are good for memorising key facts, definitions and terms. A English tutor helps with understanding and exam technique, which flashcards alone can't cover — many students use both.