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History
A Level

What is the best way to revise for the exam(s)?

First of all, it is important to determine what kind of learner you are. There are many quizzes available online that can help you with this, or alternatively, you may be able to figure out which learner ...

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Was World War I the product of the European system of alliances?

It is often argued that World War I was, at its simplest extent, the ‘product’ of the fall-out of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand on 28th June 1914. However, even this single even...

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Answered by Elspeth P. History tutor
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In an A Level essay, should I argue my opinion, or sit on the fence?

It’s important to remember that each exam board has different criteria, so I suggest you first read through and annotate the marking scheme carefully. On the whole, examiners want you to demonstrate that ...

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Answered by Jem B. History tutor
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How can I present my argument effectively when writing an essay?

The first step in presenting an argument effectively is knowing what argument the question is supporting. From there, you can either agree, disagree or produce a more nuanced view if you are able to. You ...

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Answered by Joe S. History tutor
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How should I structure an essay?

There are two ways I would suggest for structuring a good A Level History essay. The first, and my personal preferred method, is to write it thematically, starting with the most relevant or important them...

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Answered by Megan C. History tutor
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