How to answer depth study

Question 1

General structure

Answer 1

• Para 1: Briefly outline the wider context which the
question is pointing to (1-2 sentences). Briefly explain the interpretations in the passages in relation to the
question, bringing out key differences (similarly/contrastingly..). You could indicate which you think is more
convincing.

• Para 2: Apply knowledge to test the interpretation A, showing its strengths and weaknesses. What about it
is convincing, and what about it isn’t?

• Para 3: Apply knowledge to Interpretation B, showing its strengths and weaknesses. What about it is
convincing, and what about it isn’t?

• Para 4: Reach a supported and balanced judgment about which interpretation you mind more convincing
and why.

Question 2

A good conclusion

Answer 2

A good conclusion will:
1. Reach a clear judgement as to which passage’s view about the issue in the question is more convincing

2. Explain why a particular passage is more convincing and why the other is less convincing
3. Suggest that there are some parts in both passages which are more or less convincing
4. Briefly support the judgment so that it is not simply an assertion.