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What is a biased source?

If a source has a bias, it means that the author of it had a personal interest in the subject they were writing about. We will take the Bayeux tapestry as an example. In 1066 there was a battle for the crown...
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Answered by Elizabeth W. • History tutor
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How do the standards of GCSE and A-level differ?

At GCSE level, competent engagement with the historical background and a decent argument are sufficient to secure a good grade. At A-level, the phrasing and structure of the essay becomes more critical, requ...
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Answered by Chris W. • History tutor
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How have historians interpreted Mao's motives for launching the Hundred Flowers Campaign?

It is important to first point out the sides of the argument. There are those who believe that it was part of the rectification policy of the CCP. Mao was keen to maintain close to the subjects and not estab...
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Answered by George G. • History tutor
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I struggle with time-management in exams, how should I deal with this?

In GCSE history, one of the things they are testing you on is your ability to communicate your knowledge and thoughts under time pressure. With the right approach and enough planning ahead, it easy to get do...
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Answered by Lara H. • History tutor
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What is historiography and why is it helpful?

Historiography is the essentially ‘the history of history’. In the typical study of history you will be looking at events and facts- analysing why they happened and the causes and consequences. Historiograph...
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Answered by Lara H. • History tutor
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