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What is structure towards a judgement?Show answer
Plan the introduction to state the thesis (which factor is most important, or how far the claim holds), the body to weigh each factor in ranked order, and the conclusion to confirm the judgement with reasons. The judgement should be visible from the start and earned through the body, not produced as a surprise in the final line.
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Plan an answer to: "To what extent was economic change the main cause of a major development in a period you have studied?" [20 marks]
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What should a thematic essay structure be organised by? [2 marks]
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