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Quick questions on Explain questions: developed reasons - SQA National 5 History

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What is keep reasons distinct?
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Two reasons that make the same point in different words count as one. Before writing, plan a spread of distinct factors, for example political, economic, social and individual causes, so each reason adds something new. A 6 mark answer built from six genuinely different developed reasons is safer than one that circles the same idea.
What is q1?
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What is the difference between naming a factor and giving a developed reason? [2 marks]
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Develop the factor "the king needed money" into a full reason for a tax being raised. [1 mark]
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Why does a list of four factors in short sentences score poorly on a 6 mark Explain question? [2 marks]

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