Test your Geography exam skills... How far have you got with your revision? Multiple choice!

How many points do you need to make – for a 2 mark question? B = 1 C = at least three

If a question says “Using examples...” it means..? A = you must include keywords in the answer B = you need to give reasons why things happen C = you must name a case study or case studies you have learnt

Place Specific Detail is a good way to get more marks in longer answers because..? A = it makes the answer even longer B = it helps you to explain C = it shows you know facts and figures about an example you’ve studied

How is a 4 or 6 mark question marked? A = one mark for each correct idea/point B = using levels to judge your overall answer C = whether you include Place Specific Details from case studies

Which of the following phrases does not need you to explain your answers? A = describe the features of an ageing population/headland B = how and why do some places have problems with high dependency ratios/loss of biodiversity C = Explain how a city can be made more sustainable/how a spit forms

Use you keywords – but when? A = when questions begin with “Name the process...” B = In longer answers as part of your writing C = when labelling diagrams D = all of the above?

Are there options on the exam paper? A = Yes, in every section I can choose which questions to do B = No, I do every question in all sections C = Yes, but only in section B and Section C Bonus points if...

How can I tell if I am explaining? A = I write enough to fill the space B = I use place specific detail C = I use words like because, so and as a result

How long is the exam? A = one hour B = two hours C = an hour and a half

When using diagrams or graphs I need to..? A = Be accurate and possibly use a ruler B = Bring in a calculator C = Include evidence or figures from the graph or diagram in my answers (data response)

Add up your scores 0-4 = E-G grade standard – get practising past paper questions 5-7 = Satisfactory if you want a C/D 8-10 = excellent – once you have revised you’ll do well