TP Methodology

Question 1

4 marks question

Answer 1

• Make a point
• Develop the point
• Make a second point
• Develop the second point

To get full mark make 2 different points and develop

Question 2

6 marks question

Answer 2

Question starts usually by “Explain”.

2 paragraphs (with different point)

Each paragraph, should have a developed point (include: ideas, examples, evidences)

Finish with brief concluding sentence

Question 3

10 marks question

Answer 3

An introduction in which you show understanding of the context of the question (why you have been asked it) and give your own view with a key reason for it.

• You should aim to include at least two ideas other than your own, for and against the title statement.
• Evidence and examples to support your argument.
• Reference to philosophers and/or theologians and religious teachings, and use of their ideas wherever possible.
• A conclusion that summarizes why your argument is the most persuasive.

Question 4

To have top marks

Answer 4

1. Have very good knowledge of the issue, including key scholars, key arguments, background knowledge, and quotes.
2. Analyse arguments by breaking them down and looking critically at the assumptions they make and the reasons they give.
3. Evaluate between different viewpoints by weighing up the evidence and arguments on each side and ultimately expressing a viewpoint that you convincingly show you have good reasons to support

Question 5

Example of 4 points questions

Answer 5

• Outline two examples of miracles.
• Outline two examples of Jesus’ parables.
• Outline two logical fallacies.
• Outline two events in the life of Socrates.

Question 6

Examples of 6 points questions

Answer 6

• Explain why there is disagreement over whether Jesus existed.
• Explain why there are differing opinions over interpretation of Jesus’ teachings.
• Explain why people differ over whether Socrates was right to die.
• Explain knowledge as justified true belief.
• Explain two logical fallacies.

Question 7

Examples of 10 points questions

Answer 7

• “We all agree on what knowledge is.” Evaluate this statement.
• “It is impossible to know the truth about Jesus.” Evaluate this statement.
• ‘Jesus’ parables were the most important part of his life’ Evaluate this statement.
• ‘The most important part of the life of Socrates was his death’ Evaluate this statement