Paper 2: How to Answer Question 4 (AQA GCSE English Language): Quizzes
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How many marks is Paper 2, Question 4 worth?
How many marks is Paper 2, Question 4 worth?
16 marks
How long should you spend on Question 4?
How long should you spend on Question 4?
20-25 minutes
What does 'methods' mean in Question 4?
What does 'methods' mean in Question 4?
Language + structure
Which skills from other questions does Q4 combine?
Which skills from other questions does Q4 combine?
Q2 & Q3
Which connective helps link sources in Q4?
Which connective helps link sources in Q4?
In contrast
In BEST SECONDZ, what does the 'E' stand for?
In BEST SECONDZ, what does the 'E' stand for?
Endings
In BEST SECONDZ, what does 'Shifts' refer to?
In BEST SECONDZ, what does 'Shifts' refer to?
Changes in focus (e.g. place, time)
Why should you skip introductions in Q4?
Why should you skip introductions in Q4?
They waste time & don't earn marks
How many developed comparisons should you aim for?
How many developed comparisons should you aim for?
2-3 comparisons
How should you start your Q4 answer?
How should you start your Q4 answer?
With a clear comparative statement
Why use varied vocabulary like 'optimistic' instead of 'happy'?
Why use varied vocabulary like 'optimistic' instead of 'happy'?
It describes perspectives precisely
What mistake should you avoid when comparing sources?
What mistake should you avoid when comparing sources?
Describing each source separately