Answering exam questions Revision Answering exam questions

Looking at the model essay… Identify the A01 and A03 How many pieces of research have been used? Which evaluation points were chosen? Highlight where in the essays it directly mentions the wording of the question. Highlight in a different colour where each paragraph links back to the essay title Highlight/annotate where the points have been elaborated on. Is there a clear line of argument? If so, how is it made clear? Can you suggest any improvements?

DIRT Using your opinion, rate from 1 to 5 (1 being good, 5 being poor) each paragraph on the points below: Identify the A01 and A03 How many pieces of research have been used? Which evaluation points were chosen? Highlight where in the essays it directly mentions the wording of the question. Highlight in a different colour where each paragraph links back to the essay title Highlight/annotate where the points have been elaborated on. Is there a clear line of argument? If so, how is it made clear? Excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation? Summarise at the bottom of each paragraph what could make the paragraph better.

Improve your answer using your forensic pack Using your own feedback and a different colour pen… Improve your answer (you can use your pack for help if you need)

Write an answer to one of the questions on the handout Essay questions Write an answer to one of the questions on the handout Bring it with you to a support session and I will look over it with you independently.

How to answer short exam questions…