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How do you write "Evaluate the usefulness of the source" questions?

This is a 6 mark question, which I answer using an anagram which helps you to remember each of the points you need to include to achieve full marks. The anagram I use is: TACL which stands for Time, Author, ...
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Answered by Emma L. History tutor
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Compare the views of Sources A and B about the succession problem. Compare the sources overall and in detail.

Overall, Sources A and B agree that there was competition for the Scottish throne in late 1290 between Robert the Bruce and John Balliol. The two sources both illustrate how Bishop Fraser of St Andrews wrote...
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How do I evaluate the usefulness of a source?

When I look at a source, the technique I use to answer these types of questions is DAPAL, which stands for: Date - When was this written - was it written immediately after the event or years later? Author - ...
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Answered by Jo R. History tutor
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How do I study for my essay portion of the exam

To begin you would write a sample essay to adress each and all of the questions, using a mark scheme try to give yourself a mark or get it checked with a tutor. You would then break down each essay paragraph...
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What is considered a good analysis point?

A good analysis point would be something that is derived from your knowledge point and backs up your line of argumentFor example for the essay: How important was prejudice and racism as a reason for changing...
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Answered by Lucy J. History tutor
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