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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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Given that your grade for your computing is based on 5 coursework that weigh differently, and you know the results of 4: 80, 75, 50 and 90 which weighs 10%, 20%, 45% and 5%. What grade do you need in your last coursework to achieve at least a B (70%)?

You know the following: A) 80, 10% B) 75, 20% C) 50, 45% D) 90, 5% E) X, (100-10-20-45-5)% = 20% Therefore, create a formula with the facts given and the mean marks must be at least 70. Note that 10% is equi...
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Answered by Chen Z. Maths tutor
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