Exam Technique Beliefs and Teachings (Mrs Gould)

Question 1

What does ‘Give’ mean in a beliefs and teachings paper?

Answer 1

Bullet point

Question 2

What does ‘Explain’ mean in a beliefs and teachings paper?

Answer 2

Go into detail say ‘This is because’/‘For example’/‘This shows’

Question 3

What does ‘Evaluate’ mean in a beliefs and teachings paper?

Answer 3

Explain both sides of the argument before reaching a justified conclusion

Question 4

What is the structure of a four marker in a beliefs and teachings paper?

Answer 4

Explain two ways that a belief influences followers of a religion

Question 5

What is the structure of a five marker in a beliefs and teachings paper?

Answer 5

Explain two things about a practice e.g. why it is important/ ways it is performed/ ways in which it is understood

Question 6

What is the structure of a twelve marker in a beliefs and teachings paper?

Answer 6

Evaluate the statement: explain two reasons to agree, two reasons to disagree then reach a justified conclusion