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Why was the bay of pigs incident such a major setback for the United States and for President Kennedy?

When Kennedy came into power in January 1961 he made a famous speech in which he said they would fight anyone to 'assure the survival and success of liberty'. By 1961 Fidel Castro was firmly on the side o...

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Answered by Jasmine L. History tutor
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How can I improve my essays in order to get the top band of marks, my feedback says need more analysis and explanation?

In order to move to the top band of marks, it is important to not just describe and explain, but to give your own point of view on the issue. Giving your judgement is the key to getting the top marks. Aft...

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Answered by Pascal E. History tutor
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How significant was the 1933 Reichstag fire in consolidating Nazi power?

The Reichstag fire was just one of the factors that contributed to the consolidation of Nazi power. It was significant in that it gave the Nazis the excuse they needed to gain control over their political...

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Answered by Philippa L. History tutor
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How do I respond to a source based question?

Sources are what make history - without them we wouldn't know what actually happened in the past. So, how does this work in an exam setting with a source based question? Relax, first and foremost, you're ...

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Answered by Jamie S. History tutor
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How to write a good conclusion

The conclusion of your essay is where the question, and your argument, are directly addressed. As it takes place at the end of the essay many candidates will overlook the conclusion, leaving little time f...

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