Structuring a 12 - marker

• What is the typical format of GCSE History 12 marker questions?


  They ask you to explain and analyse historical events or concepts.
• What types of phrases are commonly used in GCSE History 12 marker questions?


  Phrases like "Explain why..." or "How far do you agree...".
• What are the key components to include in a response to a 12 marker question?


  • Demonstrate knowledge of historical facts
  • Show understanding of historical concepts
  • Provide analysis and explanation
  • Make a judgement or reach a conclusion
• What is an example of a GCSE History 12 marker question?


  "Explain why the Treaty of Versailles was unpopular in Germany."
• What are the different types of questions you might encounter in a GCSE History 12 marker?


  1. Explain why...
  2. How far do you agree...
  3. To what extent...
• What types of historical focuses might a 12 marker question cover?


  Events, periods, and concepts.
• How much time should you allocate for a 12 marker question?


  About 20 minutes.
• For the question "Explain why the Cold War ended in the late 1980s", what would be an appropriate point to include in your plan?

  Gorbachev's policies of glasnost and perestroika.
• What should you include in a strong introduction for a 12 marker question?


  Restate the question and outline your argument.
• What is an example of a good introduction for the question "Explain why the Treaty of Versailles was unpopular in Germany"?


  "The Treaty of Versailles was deeply unpopular in Germany for several reasons..."
• What are the key components of the main body of a 12 marker answer?


  • Use paragraphs for each main point
  • Follow PEE/PEA structure: Point, Evidence, Explain/Analyse
  • Link paragraphs with transition sentences
  • Aim for 2-3 well-developed paragraphs
• What is the ideal structure for a paragraph in the main body of a 12 marker answer?


  A clear point, followed by specific historical evidence, then an explanation of how the evidence supports the point.
• What should you include in your conclusion for a 12 marker answer?


  • Summarize main points
  • Answer the question directly
  • Avoid new information
  • Keep it concise
• What is the typical structure of a comparative 12-marker question in GCSE History?


  It asks you to compare two different events, periods, or aspects of history.
• How many paragraphs are typically expected in a response to a comparative 12-marker question?


  1. 3 paragraphs
• What are key phrases that indicate a comparative question in GCSE History?

  • "Compare and contrast"
  • "How far do you agree"
  • "Which was more significant"
• What is the focus of comparison in the question "How far do you agree that World War I had a greater impact on society than World War II?"?


  The impact on society
• What should be included in the introduction of a comparative essay?


  A brief introduction of the two elements being compared and the focus of the comparison.
• When comparing the impacts of WWI and WWII, what could be a topic for a body paragraph?


  Social changes, such as women's roles during the wars.
• What should each body paragraph in a comparative essay do?


  Explore one point of comparison at a time and analyze similarities and differences.
• What should the conclusion of a comparative essay include?


  A summary of main points, restatement of the argument, and evaluation of significance.
• Which of the following is an effective concluding statement for a comparative essay?


  It should summarize the main points and restate the overall argument.
• What are some effective transitional phrases to use in a comparative essay?


  • "On the other hand"
  • "Similarly"
  • "In contrast"
  • "Whereas"
• How does the structure of a comparative essay enhance the clarity of the argument?


  It allows for systematic analysis of similarities and differences between the elements.
• Why is it important to link back to the question in each paragraph?


  To show how the comparison addresses the original question.
• What should you avoid in the conclusion of a comparative essay?


  Introducing new information or arguments.