Exam Technique and Revision: quizzes, mind maps and notes

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Quizzes

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Paper 2 Q4 What's the focus of Q4? Charlotte Lovie

Mind maps

Flashcards

12 cards
Revising paper 2: The basics How long is paper 2? Sarah Holmes

Notes

Notes From Studyit they're quite average tbh mckenziedev
Q4 - student response This is an actual student response from the 2013 January Higher Paper [Paper 1]What makes it a good (14/16 mark) is: It identifies relevant 'language techniques' It then gives examples of the 'language technique' bein... GrezSmez1971

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About Exam Technique and Revision

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What this unit covers

This unit sits in the Language Study and Exam Preparation strand of Spanish language (as a school subject). Most of what is listed focuses on how to tackle GCSE English Language papers, with mentions of GCSE English Literature, IB and GCSE Spanish too. The resources were made by GoConqr users, and there are over 60 contributors behind them.

Where to start

Begin with the overview material. The mind map What to do and not to do in the language exam. sets out simple dos and don'ts: always read the question, underline key points and cover everything it asks. English language main tips walks through Section A reading, with a note on timing. English Exam paper Foundation Tier shows how long to spend on each question.

Going question by question

Next, move to the maps built around single questions. Several follow the same pattern: Question 1 asks what you learn or understand, with four points and four quotes. Others cover how a headline and picture link to a text, and the Paper 1 and Paper 2 questions numbered 2 to 4. The GCSE ENGLISH- Language exam map groups question types such as locating and retrieving, impressions and evidence.

Use Annotation tips and Identifying key words and selecting evidence to sharpen your reading.
Use Command Words to check what each question is really asking.
Look at Q4 - student response, a real response with notes on why it scored well.

Using the quiz and maps together

Read a map, then test yourself. The quiz Paper 2 Q4 is a quick check after you have studied the Paper 2 maps. The flashcard decks, such as Revising paper 2: The basics, suit short bursts of recall. Teachers can use the slide sets, including All english papers explained, to introduce a paper to a class.

Make it your own

Pick the paper you are sitting, work through its maps in order, then try the quiz. When you spot a gap, write a few flashcards of your own.

Frequently asked questions

Which resource should I open first?

Start with the mind map on what to do and not to do in the language exam. It gives plain advice on reading the question, underlining key points and covering every part of it. After that, move to English language main tips for the Section A reading overview.

What do the mind maps on this page cover?

Most of them break down English Language papers question by question. They cover question wording, how many points and quotes to give, timings, Section A reading, Section B writing and Paper 2 technique. There are also maps on assessment objectives, annotation and mock exams.

Is there a quiz to test myself?

Yes. The quiz Paper 2 Q4 lets you check what you have learned about that question. It works well after reading the Paper 2 mind maps. The flashcard decks on Paper 1, Paper 2 and command words give you extra recall practice.

Are these resources free to use?

Yes. Every resource listed here is free to open, study and take, with no account needed. They were made by GoConqr users, not by GoConqr itself. A free account also saves your quiz scores and lets you create your own quizzes, maps, flashcards and notes.

Which exams do these resources suit?

The resources mention GCSE English Language, GCSE English, GCSE English Literature, IB and GCSE Spanish. Nearly all are at secondary level, so they suit school students preparing for those exams. Check the title of each one to see which paper or question it targets.

What if I can't find my paper or question?

Try the broader maps first, such as English Language or GCSE English Language Exam, since they cover several questions at once. You can also make your own mind map or flashcards for the paper you need and use the listed examples as a model.

Exam Technique and Revision