Structuring 'discuss/evaluate' questions

In this lesson, we will be looking at how to structure and answer 'discuss/evaluate' questions for the GCSE. This will include thinking about the differences between examination boards and how best to answer one of these questions.

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.All examination boards will award 5 marks for this type of question.

1/5

Q2.It is a good idea to include references to scripture/evidence/sources of wisdom and authority

2/5

Q3.You shouldn't directly reference the religion you are writing about.

3/5

Q4.In the examination, marks are usually a minute per mark in terms of timing.

4/5

Q5.It is best to check with your teacher which examination specification you are with.

5/5

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.All examination boards will award 5 marks for this type of question.

1/5

Q2.It is a good idea to include references to scripture/evidence/sources of wisdom and authority

2/5

Q3.You shouldn't directly reference the religion you are writing about.

3/5

Q4.In the examination, marks are usually a minute per mark in terms of timing.

4/5

Q5.It is best to check with your teacher which examination specification you are with.

5/5

Video

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Worksheet

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Structuring 'discuss/evaluate' questions

Thank you very much for taking part in our lesson and working so hard! Below is a quiz just to round off today's lesson and see what you can remember after reviewing the last few lessons. Remember, it is ok if you cannot remember all the answers, learning is a process. The questions will give feedback if an answer is incorrect.

Q1.All examination boards use the command word 'discuss.'

1/5

Q2.All examination boards will award 12 marks for this type of question.

2/5

Q3.For 'beliefs and teachings' or a 'practices' discuss/evaluate question, you can refer to different religions.

3/5

Q4.You need to include different points of view in these types of question.

4/5

Q5.You need a conclusion for these types of question.

5/5

This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Quiz:

Structuring 'discuss/evaluate' questions

Thank you very much for taking part in our lesson and working so hard! Below is a quiz just to round off today's lesson and see what you can remember after reviewing the last few lessons. Remember, it is ok if you cannot remember all the answers, learning is a process. The questions will give feedback if an answer is incorrect.

Q1.All examination boards use the command word 'discuss.'

1/5

Q2.All examination boards will award 12 marks for this type of question.

2/5

Q3.For 'beliefs and teachings' or a 'practices' discuss/evaluate question, you can refer to different religions.

3/5

Q4.You need to include different points of view in these types of question.

4/5

Q5.You need a conclusion for these types of question.

5/5

Lesson summary: Structuring 'discuss/evaluate' questions

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