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How can I remember trig identities?

Trigonometric identities are sometimes tricky, as they are very hard to distinguish one from another. The best way of doing it is obviously by practising, but one thing I always find helpful is to give an ex...
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Answered by Marius S. • Maths tutor
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How do I distinguish myself as a good historian in the HAT test, and more generally in A level/IB/GCSE?

Having passed the HAT and now in my second year of History and Economics in Oxford, I am in a position to comment on what tutors are looking for in a good examination script. The crucial point to make, is th...
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Answered by Ashkaan G. • HAT tutor
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To what extent did the two world wars change the status of women in Britain?

This is a wide-ranging question and should be considered carefully. The words 'to what extent' mean that you need to explore both how the wars did AND how they did not change the status of women in Britain, ...
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Answered by Sérina G. • History tutor
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How do I structure a good essay?

A good essay structure is essential for expressing your ideas clearly and showing the examiner that you know what you are talking about. Always make sure that your essay includes an introduction, a body and ...
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Answered by Sérina G. • English tutor
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How do I use the imperfect in French?

In French, the imperfect is used to describe a scene (il FAISAIT beau), to say that you did something regularly in the past (je MANGEAIS un burger toutes les semaines) or to describe a continuous action in t...
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Answered by Sérina G. • French tutor
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