Exam technique

Question 1

How is question 1 answered?

Answer 1

1. Provide an opening statement that links to the question
2. Build up support by including specific detail, covering a number of factors
3. End with a concluding sentence which links to the question

Question 2

How is question 2 answered?

Answer 2

1. Provide an opening section which sets the scene
2. Identify and explain a number of factors, providing specific detail
3. Add additional factors, making reference to the degree of change
4. End with a judgement which evaluates the degree of change

Question 3

How is question 3 answered?

Answer 3

1. Provide an opening sentence which sets the scene
2. Select one factor and use your own knowledge to discuss its significance
3. Select a second factor and use your knowledge to discuss its significance, making links to the other factors
4. Select a third factos and use your own knowledge to discuss its significance, making links to other factors
5. Conclude with a reasoned justification of your choice

Question 4

How is question 4 answered?

Answer 4

1. Provide an opening sentence which sets the scene
2. Identify a reason why and use your own knowledge to explain it
3. Identify additional factors, remembering to include specific factual detail to explain them
4. Conclude with a clear reference back to the question

Question 5

How is question 5 answered?

Answer 5

1. Refer to the key factor named in the question and outline its importance
2. Discuss the key factor in some detail, providing a judgement upon the degree of importance
3. Introduce other factors, using your knowledge to spell out their importance
4. Discuss other factors, evaluating their significance and importance
5. Conclude with a reasoned judgement upon the degree of importance of the key factor when considered alongside other factors