give a detailed account and set out the characteristics

thoroughly explore the different aspects of a subject by looking at advantages and disadvantages

separate information into components, identify their components and provide pros and cons

apply your understanding through clear practical examples

Exam technique and answering the extended answer questions

Physical education

This unit will explore how best to achieve top marks in the examination with a particular focus on the extended answer questions.

What should you do first when tackling any question, but especially the extended answer question?

For example, (describe), (explain), and (using practical examples).

For example, principles of training or short term effects of exercise.

The number of marks informs how long to spend on your answer.

Under exam conditions it is amazing how often we miss something.

Match up the correct examples for each of the stages of B.U.G.G.

Give a detailed account and set out the characteristics.

Explore different aspects by looking at advantages and disadvantages.

Identify components and provide pros and cons.

Match the command word with the correct description.

Capture key terms that relate to the specific topic being asked.

Elaborate on your key point to explain why it is important/relevant.

Provide sporting example(s) to apply your knowledge.

Provide a statement to connect the two parts to the question.

P.E.E.(L) is a great technique to structure extended answer questions. Match up the words with the correct meaning.

Benefit of doubt - mark awarded but only just

Knowledge & understanding - AO1 key word from mark scheme

Specific example provided which earns AO2 recognition

Development point made indicating AO3 recognition

Sub-max reached, illustrating importance of balance in answer

It is helpful to understand the annotations that examiners use. Match the following with their meaning/use.

On the 6 mark question it is not as simple as achieving 1 mark for each valid point you make and once you have made 6, you will get full marks. Instead the question is marked ...

How many six mark questions are there on each paper?

What topic area does the golden triangle come from?

Which of the following topic areas are taught in component 01?

What percentage of the total marks for each exam come from the 6 mark question?

identify components and provide pros and cons

Match the following command words with what you should do when answering that sort of question.

The 6 mark extended answer question is the only one marked for 'Quality of {{}} Communication'.

Starter Quiz