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History
A Level

How can I dissect a written source in exam conditions?

It's completely understandable to be a little apprehensive about having to engage higher-level analysis of sources under time pressure, but don't worry! There are several steps you can take to help you ge...

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Answered by Elsa M. History tutor
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How do you answer a ‘how far do you agree with the statement’ question?

This type of question can come up in both GCSE and A-Level History papers. Firstly, it is important to show both sides of the argument- you must outline points which both support and thos...

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Answered by Ella H. History tutor
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What is the difference between a good exam answer and a great one?

A good exam answer will include a range of primary evidence, demonstrating the student's knowledge of the subject. A great exam answer will open and close each example-filled paragraph with a direc...

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Answered by Charlotte F. History tutor
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How can I quickly get to grips with a historical source in an exam?

When time is sparse, the best way to distinguish what the source is telling us to read it once and pick out three seperate lines from it.

After doing this, look at each one and describe w...

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Answered by Erin W. History tutor
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How do you to answer an exam essay question successfully?

The trick to writing an successful essay in the exam in the planning. Those first 5 minutes should be spend taking deep breaths and reading the questions carefully. It is a common mistake to see a topi...

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Answered by Maria C. History tutor
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