Question 3: [6 marks] = max. 15 minutes max
Question 3 requires you to compare and contrast the content of the sources. You should not include the origin or purpose of the source.
Tips for phrasing the answer:
Paragraph 1 (Compare): Both Source A and D agree that ….. Source A states that ……… and Source D states that …. Both sources agree that …… because Source A says “quote” ……… and Source D says that …. (use transitional or connective phrases such as: likewise; similarly; both etc.)
Paragraph 2 (Contrast): The sources contrast by ………. While Source D says ………., Source A says ………….(use transitional or connective phrases to show difference such as: however; in contrast, whereas, this fact is ignored in source… etc.)
Question 3 requires you to compare and contrast the content of the sources. You should not include the origin or purpose of the source.
- make sure you compare and contrast the sources using the criteria/specific factors outlined in the question
- Compare = similarities = 1st paragraph, 1-2 points
- Contrast = differences = 2nd paragraph, 1-2 points
- Make sure you have a running commentary of both sources in relation to one another. You should NOT address the sources separately. A good way to approach this is: if you are writing about a point that one source is making (content) you should then analyse directly afterwards how the second source makes either a similar or different point.
- Read the sources carefully and underline key quotes you will use (or parts of the quote you will use)
Tips for phrasing the answer:
Paragraph 1 (Compare): Both Source A and D agree that ….. Source A states that ……… and Source D states that …. Both sources agree that …… because Source A says “quote” ……… and Source D says that …. (use transitional or connective phrases such as: likewise; similarly; both etc.)
Paragraph 2 (Contrast): The sources contrast by ………. While Source D says ………., Source A says ………….(use transitional or connective phrases to show difference such as: however; in contrast, whereas, this fact is ignored in source… etc.)
Example question - Compare and contrast what Sources J and K reveal about the significance of the Three Power/Tripartite Pact.
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