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How do you write "Evaluate the usefulness of the source" questions?

This is a 6 mark question, which I answer using an anagram which helps you to remember each of the points you need to include to achieve full marks. The anagram I use is: TACL which stands for Time, Author, ...
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How do you assess the validity of a historical source?

A good acronym to remember when assessing sources is DAMIT. D = Date: When was the source produced? Did any major historical events take place around this date? Is the source typical of the time? How long af...
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Should I only exhibit my academic excellence in my personal statement?

Universities are obviously interested in getting students with a great academic potential to improve their reputation. However, they are not only interested in recruiting thinking machines. A teacher will al...
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What should I know about writing non-fiction?

When writing non-fiction, there are three core concepts that must be remembered at all times. The first is that you must remember the conventions of the specific form of non-fiction you are using; secondly, ...
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How do I make sure my literature essays are good?

When writing essays, it is always important to remember that understanding the question is a part of the answer. You need to read and re-read the question and understand what exactly is being asked of you. Y...
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