Exam Technique: The Depth Study Essay
Mastering the skills required for the A-Level exam, focusing on essay planning and source evaluation.
Key Questions
- 1How do you structure a high-scoring essay under timed conditions?
- 2What are the common pitfalls in source-based exam questions?
- 3How do you demonstrate "complex understanding" in the final paragraphs of an essay?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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