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How to remain nuanced when writing a high mark band essay answer

The highest marks for English Literature essays require the student to not only be confident and effective when arguing his or her answer but also integrate a nuanced response to other possible answers. This...
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Analysing a short poem in order to get the highest marks

Poem analysis has several dimensions to it all of which you need to address in order to write an answer worthy of the top marking band. The first time you read through the essay try to do so aloud and withou...
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Should I focus on facts or themes when revising for an A or AS level history exam?

Revision for your A level history exam is always tricky as you find yourself trying to learn a great number of facts and statistics as well as the answers to the different themes of your period. The most imp...
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How do I avoid falling into the second mark band when analysing a source?

Source analysis in GCSE history exams can be exceedingly tricky and it is very easy to miss out on the top marks because of a phrase or observation that the marking scheme deems as lower tier. When analysing...
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How should I structure my introduction in order to maximise my marks?

The introduction is the most important part of your entire essay as examiners will have already decided once they've read it which marking band they feel you belong in. As such your introduction needs to not...
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