exam techniques

language for AO2:

• therefore…

• this indicates…

• this shows that…

• in comparison…

• in contrast…

• similarly…

• alternatively…

• taken together, the examples…

• this demonstrates…

language for AO3…

• the weaker/stronger argument…

• to a greater extent…

• more importantly…

• overall…

• in conclusion…

• this outweighs…

• without a doubt…

• it is evident that…

• a more compelling argument…

• a less valuable argument…

• indubitably…

structure:

• intro » point 1 » counterpoint » mini-judgement » point 2 » counterpoint » mini-judgement » point 3 » counterpoint » mini-judgement » conclusion

• fluidity of time

1. intro

   • definition » criteria

   • judgement

2. points

   • signpost sentences

   • use key language of the question

   • mini-judgements

   • ao3 language: start, middle, end

3. conclusion

   • restate judgement + the key arguments