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How should one structure a typical A level essay exam answer?

The most importance driving factor in your answer should be your argument, At the beginning of the essay, make it clear to the marker exactly what you think about the issue in the question. For example, i...

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Answered by Henry G. History tutor
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What was the reason behind Stalin's rise to power?

There are many reasons behind Stalin's rise to power. After the death of Vladimir Lenin in 1924, there was a power vacuum created with in the Communist Party. Many people believed that the natural heir to...

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Answered by Lee S. History tutor
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Why did Ronald Reagan win the 1980 US presidential election?

Reagan's remarkable success resulted from Jimmy Carter's poor record and economic malaise, Reagan's personal charisma and a growing tide of conservatism in America.

The 1980 election came after the...

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Answered by Charles W. History tutor
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Why has the memory of the Spanish Civil War been so contentious?

A ‘why’ question at History AS or A-Level requires students to analyse the different short and long-term factors contributing to a certain historical event. First, it is important to identify three or fou...

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Answered by Isabella B. History tutor
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Why did the English Civil War start?

The English Civil Wars started due to a combination of long and short term factors. In the short-term, the war can be seen to be triggered by an immediate breakdown in the relationship between the King, C...

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Answered by Marius S. History tutor
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