How do I answer a source based question?

When answering source based questions it is important to separate it into Content Origin Purpose, or COP. Then within the sub-section make sure you look for clues within the source. Therefore you will always refer back to the source. Ensuring you get all the marks possible.

RJ
Answered by Rebecca J. History tutor

10029 Views

See similar History GCSE tutors

Related History GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Why was the Truman Doctrine significant?


Your task during your German GCSE is to write a fully detailed article about your last holiday in Germany in 150 words. How would you structure your essay? What should you include? How techniques do we have to achieve a better quality?


Discuss the cultural impact of the First World War


When writing about sources, how should I approach a picture differently from a written source?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning