Question 4: [9 marks] = 25 minutes
Question 4 is a debatable sythesis question. It is debatable because the answer is neither yes nor no. It is a synthesis question because you have to synthesise the sources you are given (not necessarily all of the sources but at least two) with what you know in advance.
Question 4 is a debatable sythesis question. It is debatable because the answer is neither yes nor no. It is a synthesis question because you have to synthesise the sources you are given (not necessarily all of the sources but at least two) with what you know in advance.
- You must answer the question just like you would in a normal essay
- Refer to the sources in your response, plus your own detailed knowledge- you need to do both of these in this mini-essay otherwise you will be deducted significant marks
- Make sure you show balance in your arguments, especially if the sources offer varied opinions; show the examiners that you are aware of different interpretations of the topic
- Use the sources as evidence to support your points
- Before starting question 4: Reread the sources; Plan your response; Work out your thesis or line of argument
- Also remember to produce a brief introduction - which establishes your response to the question and what big points you are going to make - and a conclusion.
- You will have five minutes reading time before being allowed to write. Before reading the sources it is a good idea to plan an answer to the fourth question so that you have an essay plan in head before you get distracted by working on the sources for 35 minutes.
Example question - Using the sources and your own knowledge, evaluate the consequences of the Three Power/Tripartite Pact for Japan, China and the US up to the end of 1941.
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