6 MARKERWhat impression does the author give about ______________?2 paragraphs; paragraph 1 on tone & language; paragraph 2 on content and omissions
• Para 1 (tone & language):• (i)
The author gives a positive/negative impression of….• (ii)
The author’s tone is positive/negative, shown by… (QUOTE) (Tone is a quotation of 3+ words)
• (iii)
The author’s language is positive/negative, shown by… (QUOTE) (Language a quotation of 1-2 words)
[Bear in mind to use at least 2-3 quotes)
• Para 2 (content & omissions):• (i)
However, the source omits/fails to mention…________________________________________________________________8 MARKERExplain two effects on Germany/USA of __________.2 paragraphs, each explaining a different effect of the event.
Paragraph 1: One effect of _______ was…
Add detail.
Paragraph 2: Another effect of _______ was…
Add detail.
________________________________________________________________16 MARKERExample question:
‘The most important cause of the hyperinflation crisis was the French occupation of the Ruhr.’How far do you agree? Explain your answer. You may use the following in your answer:
(i) the French occupation of the Ruhr; (ii) reparations
You must also use information of your own.• Introduction: The French occupation of the Ruhr was an important cause of
hyperinflation. However, reparations also contributed to hyperinflation. Finally, the
First World War had a huge impact. Overall the most important factor was
___________________________.
• Paragraph 1: The French occupation of the Ruhr was an important causes of
hyperinflation. Add detail. LINK – how it contributed to hyperinflation.
• Paragraph 2: Germany’s obligation to pay reparations was another important cause
of hyperinflation. Add detail. LINK – how it contributed to hyperinflation.
• Paragraph 3: The First World War was another important cause of hyperinflation.
Add detail. LINK – how it contributed to hyperinflation.
• Conclusion:• In conclusion the most important cause of hyperinflation was (1)_________.
• (1)____________ was more important than __________ (2) because ________.
• (1)_______ was also more important than (3)_________ because ________.
[NOTE: This is an example question for Germany, but the same structure is used for USA as well]
Good luck!