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How do you answer a source question at History GCSE?

At GCSE you will be expect to comment on the meaning behind visual and written sources. It is important to be aware of your exam board’s specific requirements. These can be accessed online and will help us t...
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Answered by Dana K. • History tutor
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How do I structure and what do I include in my OPVL for paper I?

The easiest structure for you as a student and for the examiner is to separate origins, purpose, values and limitation into four separate paragraphs. Even if one or two of your paragraphs is only a sentence ...
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Answered by Athina K. • History tutor
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Why did Tsar Nicholas II abdicate from the Russian throne?

Tsar Nicholas II's abdication came against a backdrop of a changing political, social and religious nation but the catalyst for change came through Russia's struggles in the First World War. Nicholas was cho...
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Answered by James C. • History tutor
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How should I structure my essay?

As much as you may not want to hear this, there is no absolute, correct way to structure an essay. The essay structure that you use really depends on the question that you are being asked. However, there are...
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Answered by Stephanie M. • History tutor
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How successful was Louis XIV in achieving the aims of his foreign policy in the years 1661-1685

This 24 mark essay requires you to not only write a balanced essay, but also come to a judgement evaluated on the basis on evidence you have presented in your argument. This means it is key to both have an i...
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