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Exam Skills and the Assignment
Quick questions on Source skills: supporting a view with evidence - SQA National 5 Modern Studies
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What is give reasons linked to evidence?Show answer
For each reason, quote or paraphrase specific evidence from the sources and explain how it supports your choice: "Source A supports Option 1 because it shows ..., which means ...". Vague reasons with no source backing earn little. Linking two sources that reinforce each other is more developed.
What is q1?Show answer
In a give-reasons question, what earns the marks? [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
How can you strengthen a decision answer beyond justifying your chosen option? [1 mark]
What is q3?Show answer
Why does "I chose Option 1 because it is better" score poorly? [2 marks]
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