Summary OCR A-Level History Crusades and the Crusader States Exam Information and Techniques

Non-British Paper Mark Scheme and Exam Technique

Q1. Comparison of Two Factors (10 Marks)
Which of the following was of greater importance in ‘statement’?
i. Factor 1
ii. Factor 2
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii).




• NO INTRODUCTION
• Factor Paragraphs:
o Use command stem in question
o Explanation of factor – accurate, detailed knowledge (between 3 – 4 pieces)
o Evaluate against the other factor
o Judgement – importance of factor
o Link to the other factor
• Conclusion:
o Explain interplay of the factors – summarise links
o Hierarchy of judgement – most important factor usually causes the other
o Use of accurate and detailed knowledge to support HOJ
o Answer the question

Q2/3. Thematic Question (20 Marks)
Thematic question, sometimes ‘how far do you agree?’




• Introduction
o Explain any key dates, terms, or names in the questions
o Introduce main factors and discuss the interplay
o Answer the question
• Factor Paragraphs:
o Use command stem in question
o Explanation of factor – accurate, detailed knowledge (between 3 – 4 pieces)
o Evaluate against the other factor
o Judgement – importance of factor - link to the other factor
• Conclusion:
o Explain interplay of the factors – summarise links
o Hierarchy of judgement – most important factor usually causes the other
o Use of accurate and detailed knowledge to support HOJ
o Answer the question