How do I answer exam questions on the Battle of the Somme? Lesson Aim: To have practised exam technique for the 4, 6 and 10 mark questions. N.B we can then move onto source based questions. TASK: What were the objectives of the Battle of the Somme? Use p235 ‘The plan’ to help. TASK 2: Using the exam guide sheet, write up the answer to this 4 mark question.

Peer Marking Spelling and grammar. Language used. 2 points explained/4 separate points. Give mark out of 4 and briefly explain why awarded.

Q) Explain 2 ways in which warfare developed in WWI (6 marks), p226-8 2-3 marks: Basic points described. 3-4 marks: One reason explained. 5-6 marks: Two reasons explained. Use the exam guide sheet to help you.

Q) Explain 2 ways in which warfare developed in WWI (6 marks), p226-8 2-3 marks: Basic points described. 3-4 marks: One reason explained. 5-6 marks: Two reasons explained. Use the exam guide sheet to help you. Peer mark.

The high casualty rate at the Battle of the Somme was due to a failure of tactics, who far do you agree? (10 marks) Create a table with you evidence in. 5-6 marks: Explains agree or disagree. 7-9 marks: Explain agree AND disagree. 10 marks: Says ‘How far’ - e.g. a lot/a little

Homework! Write-up your 12 mark question. Do some independent research to add more detail to your answers.