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How should I approach a source based question in an essay?

The best piece of advice that I can give when approaching source based essay questions, is to go down a more analytical rather than descriptive approach. It is important to look at what the source is trying ...
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Answered by Philippa K. • History tutor
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How should I approach an A-Level source based question?

One of the most important things to consider when approaching a source based question, is to consider the context of the text. This can be done by thinking 'who, what, when, and where?' This means that you s...
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Answered by Phoebe R. • History tutor
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How far does source x agree with source y?

P1: Instances where both agree: -Use quotes. -Explain why this shows agreement. -Repeat for other areas of agreement. P2: Areas of disagreement: -Use quotes -Explain why this shows disagreement. -Repeat for ...
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Answered by Edward L. • History tutor
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How can I improve my answers for source-based questions?

The key to approaching source-based questions is first to make sure you've noticed all the main aspects, for instance by using the acronym PURER BIN (PUrpose, REliability, Representative, BIas, Neutrality). ...
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Answered by Olivia O. • History tutor
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What shall I include in a standard conclusion?

The conclusion is your own judgement, so collect everything you've written throughout the main argument and combine it with your own opinion of the argument and emphasise it while always referring to the que...
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Answered by Joe F. • History tutor
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