History (2024)

FAQs

How to answer history exam questions? ›

You should begin by giving the relevant Background to the topic of the question. For example, if your question asks you to give the reasons for the growth of German nationalism in 1815-1850, you should give a brief background on the situation in Germany during this time period. Next is the Factors of your introduction.

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Your answer requires a clear judgement e.g. '… explains to an extent'. Source points selected (quote directly from the source or paraphrase) should be supported by a detailed explanation clearly linked to the question.

History is the study of change over time, and it covers all aspects of human society. Political, social, economic, scientific, technological, medical, cultural, intellectual, religious and military developments are all part of history.

This type of question asks you to explain as fully as possible the significance of an historical issue (ie why something was important either in the short term or long term). Focus on the given issue and provide as much explanation as you can. Use your knowledge of the issue as fully as possible.

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How do you answer a 7 mark question in history? ›

When answering a 7 mark question it is important to remember to give three well explained points. So find a point in the source, then develop it making sure you pull information from the source not just from your knowledge of the topic.

To answer historical questions, you need to do research, analysis, and synthesis. Research involves finding and evaluating primary and secondary sources that are relevant and reliable. Analysis involves interpreting and comparing the sources, and identifying the evidence, arguments, and perspectives that they offer.

History is the study of past stories of the events, peoples and countries that have brought political, social and economical changes to the society.

1. : tale, story. 2. a. : a chronological record of significant events (such as those affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes.

Herodotus has been called the “father of history.” An engaging narrator with a deep interest in the customs of the people he described, he remains the leading source of original historical information not only for Greece between 550 and 479 BCE but also for much of western Asia and Egypt at that time.

Choose source points first (quote or paraphrase from the source ) and the quote should be supported by a detailed explanation clearly linked to the question. Choose up to 2 points from the source. Include your own knowledge which should be linked to the question. You can exemplify up to 2 points of knowledge.

You need to discuss more than one of the key features of the interpretation; and you should evaluate the interpretation as having some convincing elements, but pointing out aspects that are not so convincing. Make sure that you use plenty of your own knowledge in this question.