1. getting to know the questions Paper 1 _____________ question styles
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2. Paper 1
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question styles
Question 1 = basic understanding (identify, explain, summarize, etc.)
Question 2 = analyze the strength of argument (Doc 1 only)
Question 3 = evaluate the strength of argument over another (Doc 1 and 2)
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The same ‘type’ of question can be asked in different ways so let’s look at the language… ’

4. QUESTION 1 | demonstrate understanding
Alright so let’s get started with

5. ‘Identify four dangers of…’ [4]
QUESTION 1 | sample question stems
‘Identify two (causes/benefits/pieces of information) the author provides about…’ [2]
‘Identify four dangers of…’ [4]

6. ‘Identify and explain two problems…’ [4]
QUESTION 1 | sample question stems, con’t
‘Identify and explain two problems…’ [4]

7. Notice how this draws directly from Paper 2 skills/task!
QUESTION 1 | sample question stems, con’t
‘Identify and explain two conflicting views about X held by two individuals in Document 1…’ [4]
Notice how this draws directly from Paper 2 skills/task!

8. ‘Summarize the main arguments of Document 1…’ [4]
QUESTION 1 | sample question stems, con’t
‘Summarize the main arguments of Document 1…’ [4]

9. ‘Identify two pieces of evidence used to support…’ [2]
QUESTION 1 | sample question stems, con’t
‘Identify two pieces of evidence used to support…’ [2]
‘How strong is the evidence used in Document 1 to support the claims that…’ [6]

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Paying attention to how many points a question offers can help you determine how much to write! ’

11. QUESTION 2 | analyze Alright so let’s get started with

12. ‘How convincing is the evidence in Document 1 that …’ [10]
QUESTION 2 | sample question stems
‘Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the author’s argument about…’ [10]
‘How convincing is the evidence in Document 1 that …’ [10]

13. ‘In your answer, you should refer to both the strengths and the weaknesses of (the argument/the evidence)…’

14. Take a neutral tone to start Reserve final judgment until conclusion
QUESTION 2 | tips
Since you’ll need to address both strengths and weaknesses, approach your writing discursively:
Take a neutral tone to start
Reserve final judgment until conclusion
Format response somewhat like an essay (brief, introductory statement; support; clear conclusion)
Roughly ¾-1 page in written length

15. QUESTION 3 | evaluate Alright so let’s get started with

16. QUESTION 3 | sample question stems
‘To what extent is the author’s argument in Document 2 stronger than the author’s main argument in Document 1? …’ [14]
This type of Q3 asks you to evaluate the strength of the two arguments against each other

17. QUESTION 3 | sample question stems
‘How successfully does the author’s argument in Document 2 challenge the argument of Document 1? …’ [14]
‘To what extent does Document 2 reinforce the argument found in Document 1? …’ [14]
These type of Q3’s ask you to evaluate the relationship between the perspectives featured in the two articles.

18. Format response like an essay.
QUESTION 3 | tips
Once again, you’ll need to address both strengths and weaknesses of each article, so approach your writing discursively.
Format response like an essay.
Avoid isolating your discussion of each argument; instead, put them side-by-side as you make each point! (e.g. ‘Unlike Doc 1, which does this…, Doc 2 tends to…’)
Roughly 1-1 ½ pages in written length

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Knowing what to expect in terms of exam format is literally half the battle! ’

20. Good Luck!